Latest UAE Mediation Efforts Succeed in Exchange of 320 Captives Between Russia and Ukraine

Fri 26/6/2026
General
The United Arab Emirates has announced the success of new mediation efforts between the Russian Federation and the Republic of Ukraine, resulting in the release of 160 captives from each side, bringing the total number of captives exchanged between the two countries through UAE-mediated efforts to 7,791.

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) commended both countries for their cooperation with the UAE’s mediation endeavors as a trusted international mediator, and their appreciation of the UAE’s commitment to supporting all efforts to resolve the crisis.

The Ministry emphasized that the success of this mediation, the 25th to date, reflects the distinguished relations between the UAE, the Russian Federation, and Ukraine.

Furthermore, the Ministry reaffirmed the UAE’s commitment to ensuring the success of all efforts aimed at finding a peaceful solution to the conflict in Ukraine and mitigating the humanitarian impact of the crisis, including on refugees and captives.

Related News

Tue 11/8/2026
General
UAE leaders congratulate President of Ecuador on Independence Day

President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has sent a congratulatory message to President Daniel Noboa of the Republic of Ecuador on the occasion of his country's Independence Day.

View Details
Mon 10/8/2026
General
UAE Expresses Solidarity with Niger and Conveys Condolences over Victims of Collision Between Two Buses

The United Arab Emirates has expressed its solidarity with the Republic of Niger over the victims of a collision between two buses, which resulted in dozens of deaths and injuries.

View Details
Mon 10/8/2026
General
UAE Expresses Solidarity with Colombia and Conveys Condolences over Victims of Earthquake

The United Arab Emirates expressed its solidarity with the Republic of Colombia over an earthquake that struck the country and resulted in deaths and injuries, in addition to substantial damage to property.

View Details
Sun 09/8/2026
General
On Behalf of the UAE Government, Her Excellency Reem Al Hashimy Attends Colombia Presidential Inauguration Ceremony

On behalf of the UAE Government, Her Excellency Reem bint Ebrahim Al Hashimy, Minister of State for International Cooperation, attended the inauguration ceremony of His Excellency Abelardo de la Espriella, President of the Republic of Colombia.

View Details

Did you find this content useful?

You can help us improve by providing your feedback about your experience.

Have you used our services at our service centre or digitally recently?