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If the announcement leads to improved Russia-Ukraine relations, the Russian ruble could experience volatility due to changing geopolitical risk perceptions.
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On February 17, 2026, Russian human rights commissioner Tatyana Moskalkova announced that Russia is prepared to transfer 115 Ukrainian citizens back to Kyiv. Moskalkova provided the Ukrainian authorities with a list of these individuals, signaling a potential step in bilateral negotiations or humanitarian exchanges amid ongoing tensions. This development may impact diplomatic relations between Russia and Ukraine, as well as influence public perception and international responses to the conflict. The handover could also affect the status of detainees and prisoners held by both sides.