Ukraine Frees Dozens of POWs During Orthodox Easter

More than 100 Ukrainian prisoners of war have been released in a major Easter exchange with Russia, according to a top official. Ukrainian authorities and ordinary people shared messages of hope, linking the story of Jesus’ resurrection to their longing for peace and a Ukrainian victory. Celebrations were subdued due to security risks, with a curfew barring the faithful from customary all-night services. Despite the shared Orthodox holiday, Russian shelling and missile attacks continued to sow destruction in Ukraine, according to social media statements from Ukrainian regional officials.