The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) said in a statement on December 8 that it has visited more prisoners of war held by Russia and Ukraine in recent weeks, checking on their condition and treatment and sharing "much-awaited news with their families." The ICRC said the visits signify "important progress," but added that it must be granted unimpeded access to see all prisoners of war "repeatedly and in private."
Red Cross Says It Has Visited Ukrainian, Russian Prisoners Of War
The International Committee of the Red Cross said the visits to POWs signify "important progress." (file photo)