Delegations from Ukraine and Russia came face-to-face for talks for the first time since March 2022 – one month after Moscow's full-scale invasion of its neighbour. There were no handshakes, and half the Ukrainian delegation wore camouflage military fatigues – a reminder that their nation is under attack. The swap will take place soon, said Ukraine's Defence Minister Rustem Umerov, who led his country's delegation. That request was "noted" according to the head of the Russian delegation, Vladimir Medinsky – a presidential aide. He said the Russian delegation was satisfied with the talks, and ready to continue contacts.