It is evident that the tensions between Ukraine and Russia have been high since the beginning of the war in 2014. In a historic move, both countries have recently exchanged prisoners in what is being hailed as the largest prisoner exchange since the beginning of the war. The prisoner exchange took place on December 29, 2019 and involved the release of thirty-five Ukrainian prisoners held by Russia and ninety-four Russian prisoners held by the Ukrainian authorities. The swap was facilitated by both governments, and is seen as a sign of progress in their attempts to reach a peaceful resolution to the war. The exchange itself was reportedly the result of negotiations between the two countries' respective representatives in the Trilateral Contact Group on Ukraine. This group consists of diplomats from Russia, Ukraine, and the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe (OSCE), and has been the forum for resolving in the Ukraine-Russia crisis. The exchange may be a sign of progress in the conflict, but it is vitally significant to note that it does not mark the end of the war. Even with the two countries now having achieved one of the biggest prisoner exchanges in the conflict, there are still further steps to be taken in order to reach a lasting and peaceful resolution. The events of the past few days serve to be a reminder that, despite the overwhelming challenges, progress can be made with the right approach. We can only hope that the exchange marks a new dawn in the conflict, offering a new approach to achieving peace. It is now up to both sides to build on this progress and continue to work towards a lasting and peaceful resolution to the situation in Ukraine.