A Major Prisoner Swap: US, Russia, and Others Involved
Biden Announces Prisoner Exchange
On July 21, President Biden announced a major prisoner swap involving the United States, Russia, and other countries. According to a senior Biden administration official, the exchange is currently underway.
US and Russia Exchange Prisoners
The United States and Russia have completed their largest prisoner swap since the collapse of the Soviet Union. On Thursday, Moscow released journalist Evan Gershkovich and Marine Paul Whelan as part of the exchange. This marks the most significant prisoner exchange of its kind between the two countries.
Landmark Swap Involving Multiple Countries
The landmark prisoner swap involved not only the US and Russia but also several of their allies. The exchange brought home journalist Evan Gershkovich and other individuals held captive in various countries.
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