Russia is pressuring the relatives of prisoners

Russia is using the relatives of Ukrainian prisoners as a tool for psychological pressure, trying to blame Ukraine for the disruption of the exchanges. Olena Belyachkova, coordinator of the families of prisoners and missing persons groups at the Media Initiative for Human Rights, emphasizes the importance of maintaining a cool head and avoiding manipulation in this difficult situation.

This strategy is causing concern among the relatives of the prisoners, as psychological pressure can lead to emotional decisions that will not contribute to resolving the issue of the exchange. Olena Belyachkova emphasizes that it is important for the families to maintain a cool head and not succumb to provocations. She notes: “No independent ‘negotiations’, no emotional decisions and no cooperation with unknown contacts.”

Approximately 20,000 Ukrainian civilians are in Russian captivity. This number indicates the seriousness of the situation and the need for a cautious approach to any actions. In conditions where psychological pressure can become a tool of manipulation, it is important to adhere to the permissible minimum of information.

Awareness of the risks and support for each other in the families of prisoners can be the key to an effective fight for their return. Maintaining calm and a rational approach will be an important step to avoid additional difficulties in this difficult time.

The situation with Ukrainian prisoners remains one of the most pressing issues in the context of the Russian-Ukrainian conflict. The psychological pressure applied by Russia on the relatives of prisoners indicates attempts at manipulation that can complicate the exchange process. It is important that families are aware and support each other, maintaining clarity of thought and avoiding emotional decisions that can aggravate the situation.