Putin Informs Trump of Upcoming 175 for 175 Prisoner Exchange With Ukraine on March 19

US President Donald Trump and Russian leader Vladimir Putin held a phone conversation on March 18, discussing the ongoing war in Ukraine and the potential for a temporary ceasefire, according to Kremlin and White House statements.

Both sides will exchange 175 individuals. Additionally, Russia will transfer 23 severely wounded Ukrainian soldiers as a “gesture of goodwill.” The exchange comes amid ongoing diplomatic discussions regarding a potential ceasefire.

Editor’s note: This is a developing story and will be updated as more information becomes available.