Another prisoner exchange between Russia and Ukraine involved natives of Dagestan and Chechnya

Another prisoner exchange between Russia and Ukraine took place – 95 people from each side. The United Arab Emirates provided mediation efforts.

It is reported that three “Kadyrovites” were among the prisoners. In addition, 11 Dagestani soldiers returned from captivity.

“We don’t need Chechens who surrendered to Ukrainian captivity. Surrender is a disgrace for a Chechen that can only be washed away with blood,” said Apti Alaudinov, deputy head of the Main Military-Political Directorate of the Russian Armed Forces and commander of the Akhmat volunteer formation, in September.

In such a situation, he advised Chechens to commit suicide: “Take a pen, a nail, attack someone and do everything to get killed. To end your life as men.”

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