Day 46 of the Invasion of Ukraine: New wave of refugees, 10 billion Euros in Aid, more Weapons

A new wave of refugees, 10 billion euros in aid, more weapons for Ukraine: here are the highlights of the most important events related to Ukraine for the past day.

Third prisoner exchange

Twelve Ukrainian soldiers and 14 civilian civilians returned to their homes during the third prisoner-of-war exchange between Russia and Ukraine. It is not clear how many people from Russia have been exchanged. "By order of President Volodymyr Zelensky, the third exchange of prisoners took place today. Twelve of our servicemen are returning home, including a female officer," said Deputy Prime Minister Irina Vereshchuk.

Johnson promised additional military aid

British Prime Minister Boris Johnson paid a surprise visit to Kyiv and promised to deliver armored vehicles and anti-ship missiles to Ukraine. "It is because of President Zelensky's determined leadership and the invincible heroism and courage of the Ukrainian people that Putin's monstrous goals have been thwarted," Johnson said after meeting with Zelensky. For his part, the president called on the West to "follow the example of the United Kingdom" in providing military assistance to Ukraine and imposing sanctions on Russia.

Global aid of EUR 10.1 billion to Ukraine

The world raised more than 10 billion euros for Ukrainian refugees in a large-scale event entitled "Stand with Ukraine", said European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen in Warsaw. The amount also includes one billion aid from the EBRD (European Bank for Reconstruction and Development).

Ukraine "still ready" for negotiations

Ukraine is "still ready" to resume talks with Moscow, which have stalled...