Key developments on July 17:
- 95 Ukrainian POWs released from Russian captivity
- Citing security concerns, Russian authorities restrict entry to border areas of Belgorod Oblast
- Germany to halve Ukraine military aid, Reuters reports
- Ukraine lists 42,000 citizens as missing persons
- Ukraine reveals final number of men who updated mobilization data
President Volodymyr Zelensky announced the successful release of 95 Ukrainian defenders from Russian captivity, facilitated by the United Arab Emirates, in a prisoner exchange. The exchange included service members from various branches of Ukraine’s armed forces.
Reports indicate ongoing tensions as Russian authorities restrict entry to border areas of Belgorod Oblast due to security concerns, while Germany plans to halve military aid to Ukraine in 2025. Additionally, Ukraine has listed 42,000 citizens as missing persons, highlighting the humanitarian impact of the conflict.
With 4,690,496 military-aged men updating their registration data as part of Ukraine’s mobilization efforts, the country continues to prioritize national defense in the face of ongoing challenges.