UAE mediates largest Russia-Ukraine prisoner swap to date: The UAE mediated the exchange of 538 captives between Russia and Ukraine, marking the largest swap since the start of the war, according to a Foreign Ministry statement. This includes 246 prisoners from each side, along with dozens of wounded soldiers. The total number of captives exchanged through UAE-led efforts has now reached 3.7k across 14 rounds of mediation.

OTHER DIPLOMACY NEWS-

  • President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan hosted Iraqi Foreign Affairs Minister Fuad Mohammed Hussein in Abu Dhabi, where he received an official invitation to attend the Arab Summit scheduled for 17th May in Baghdad. (Wam)
  • UAE and Chad strengthen ties during President Déby Itno’s visit: President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan also met with the President of Chad, Déby Itno, to discuss cooperation in key sectors including energy, trade, and infrastructure. (Wam)
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