Ukraine says latest POWs swap with Russia to go ahead after duelling words

Kyiv confirms plans to resume the prisoner swap next week after Russia accused Ukraine of indefinitely delaying the process, with intelligence chief Kyrylo Budanov dismissing the claim as "playing dirty games." The agreement is expected to facilitate the repatriation of soldiers and bodies following a second round of Istanbul negotiations. Despite initial signs of progress, tensions remain high with both sides accusing each other of misleading claims, and fighting continues in the volatile eastern regions.