Page 21 - John Harding News Today

Two of five Britons released after being detained by Russian-backed separatists in eastern Ukraine have told supporters they got out of the danger zone....by the skin of our teeth.

Pro-Russia separatists had held the prisoners, and it was feared they would be executed for fighting for Ukraine

Months as prisoners. thanks to everyone thats been supporting us. its really muchly appreciated. the men arrived back at heathrow this morning and were met by their families. for aiden aslin, it meant a long—awaited reunion with his ukrainian fiance, which she called "a miracle". if youre watching this it means that weve surrendered... aiden aslin and shaun pinner had been held by russian—backed separatists since they were captured in april. theyd both moved to ukraine four years ago and joi...

The five UK nationals arrive back in the UK after Saudi Arabia brokered their release.

It is understood John Harding, Dylan Healy and Andrew Hill were set free alongside Shaun Pinner and Aiden Aslin and landed in Britain on Thursday.

The Ukraine war sparks undiplomatic words at the UN, while in Russia men flee Putin's military call-up.

Addressing UN General Assembly, Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelenskiy set outs 5-point "formula for peace" with "punishment for the crime of aggression".

Of the british people. the prince and princess of wales have met volunteers and operational staff to thank them for their work on the queens committal service at windsor castle. william and kate arrived at windsor guildhall for their first royal engagement since the late monarchs funeral. the pair passed on their appreciation to volunteers and staff who worked on the service at st georges chapel on monday afternoon. five british men who were captured by russian backed forces in ukraine have arri...

Aiden Aslin is now looking to rebuild his life with his fiancée after they were reunited, his mum says.

Out of the danger zone, were on our way home to ourfamilies. their ordeal finally coming to an end. thanks to everyone thats been supporting us, its really appreciated. aiden aslin and shaun pinner had been held by russian backed forces since they were captured in april. theyd both moved to ukraine four years ago and joined the ukrainian armed forces. theyd been helping to defend the country during the russian invasion, but after being captured, they were accused of being mercenaries and told th...