Ukraine and Russia exchange the remains of more fallen soldiers
Jul 17, 2026
Moscow [Russia], July 17: Ukraine and Russia carried out another exchange of the remains of fallen soldiers, both sides said on Thursday.
Kiev received the bodies of 501 Ukrainian troops, Ukraine's Coordination Headquarters for the Treatment of Prisoners of War said on Telegram.
Russian media reported that Moscow received the remains of 31 Russian soldiers.
Since the beginning of 2025, Ukraine has recovered the remains of nearly 21,000 fallen service members, while Russia has received just over 660 bodies in return.
Source: Qatar Tribune
