A Ukrainian mother has been reunited with her children more than a year after they were taken ‘illegally’ to Russia, in heartbreaking new footage.<br /><br />Their mother, who can be seen crying, served as a combat medic, and was released as part of a major exchange deal in October 2022.<br /><br />However, six-year-old Renata and 10-year-old Varvara have been unable to return home until now.<br /><br />Upon their arrival, they appeared excited to be greeted with toys and hugs.<br /><br />“Russia will be held accountable for these crimes,” wrote Andriy Yermak, head of the office of the president of Ukraine.
