Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced efforts to resume prisoner exchanges with Russia, aiming to bring home 1,200 Ukrainian detainees. This initiative follows recent consultations involving Turkey and the UAE, focusing on activating previously established protocols for large-scale swaps. Meanwhile, Ukraine faces ongoing challenges from intensified Russian drone and missile strikes targeting critical infrastructure, particularly in the Odesa region, leading to significant damage and increased blackouts as winter approaches. The situation underscores the broader conflict dynamics as Ukraine strives to maintain its defense against Russian advances amid humanitarian concerns regarding the fate of its imprisoned citizens.