All need treatment — soldiers returned to Ukraine from captivity

On Thursday, June 12, Ukraine successfully returned defenders from Russian captivity. They all require medical treatment.

Ukrainian leader Volodymyr Zelensky announced this on X

The prisoner exchange took place on June 12

Soldiers from the Armed Forces, National Guard, and Border Guard Service have returned home. All of the soldiers need treatment. Zelensky said they would receive the necessary assistance.

According to the Ukrainian President, this is the second stage of the return of seriously wounded and severely ill soldiers.

"We continue working to bring everyone home from Russian captivity. We thank everyone who helps make these exchanges possible — so that each and every one of them can be home, in Ukraine," Zelensky added.

As a reminder, on June 10, Ukraine and Russia exchange prisoners — Zelensky shares heartbreaking footage.

Also, on June 9, a first stage of prisoner swap between Ukraine and Russia took place. It will continue in several stages over the next few days.