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Evan Gershkovich release: Biden and Harris greet Americans freed after prisoner swap

Emotional scenes at Andrews air force base as Evan Gershkovich, Paul Whelan and Alsu Kurmasheva step onto American soil

The Guardian - US

The US-Russia prisoner swap shows how journalists risk being used as geopolitical bargaining chips

The photo of returning prisoners in an American plane, all grinning from ear to ear, says it all: the joy, the relief and the success of an incredibly complicated mission.

The Conversation

Evan Gershkovich and fellow freed Americans welcomed back to US by Biden and Harris after Russia prisoner swap

In emotional scenes on the tarmac of Joint Base Andrews, Wall Street Journal reporter Evan Gershkovich, security executive Paul Whelan and radio journalist Alsu Kurmasheva were met by Biden and Harris and reunited with their loved ones

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Journalist Alsu Kurmasheva Reunites With Family After Meeting President Biden

Russian-American journalist Alsu Kurmasheva reunites with family and receives warm welcome from President Biden and Vice President Harris, highlighting the...

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Wall Street Journal Reporter Released After 491 Days In Russia

Wall Street Journal reporter released from Russian detention after 491 days, greeted by President Biden and reunited with family.

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Former US Marine Paul Whelan Greets President Biden And VP Harris

Former US Marine Paul Whelan's return to the US after detention in Russia highlights patriotism and resilience. His story symbolizes dedication to country ...

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Russia Frees US Reporter In Huge Prisoner Swap With West

US journalist Evan Gershkovich and a Russian intelligence colonel jailed for a Berlin murder were among two dozen prisoners freed Thursday in the biggest East-West prisoner swap since the Cold War.

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Freed Americans From Russia Swap En Route To US

A plane carrying Americans freed in a prisoner swap with Russia enters US airspace after a long journey.

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Live: Evan Gershkovich to be greeted by Biden after historic prisoner swap with Russia

Joe Biden and Kamala Harris are set to welcome Evan Gershkovich, Paul Whelan, Alsu Kurmasheva and Vladimir Kara-Murza as they arrive back on US soil following the largest prisoner swap with Russia since the Cold War.

The Independent UK

American Citizen Marc Fogel Not Included In Prisoner Swap

American teacher Marc Fogel remains in Russian prison on drug charges despite hopes of release in recent US-Russia prisoner swap.

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Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 889

As the war enters its 889th day, these are the main developments.

Al Jazeera

Ukraine war briefing: Turkey launches new Ukrainian warship

Crimea under missile and drone attack; Estonia to clamp down on sanctions evasion via its Russian border. What we know on day 891

The Guardian - AU

Special Envoy Speaks With Whelan Ahead Of Possible Swap

Insightful phone call between Special Presidential Envoy and Paul Whelan in Russian prison camp reveals optimism amidst diplomatic efforts.

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US Tried To Get Navalny Into Russia Swap -- But Then He Died

Amid celebrations at getting a slew of US citizens and Kremlin opponents out of Russian prisons, the White House had one public regret Thursday: failure to get out an even bigger name -- Alexei Navalny.

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WNBA Star Brittney Griner Expresses Joy Over Prisoner Swap

WNBA star Brittney Griner expresses support for families in historic Russia-West prisoner swap, highlighting unity and compassion.

Salon

Vance credits Trump for hostage swap

Vance, in a stretch of imagination, explains how Trump was responsible for Biden's deal to free Russian hostages

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US-Russia Relationship Remains Tense Despite Historic Prisoner Swap

US-Russia relationship strained post-prisoner swap; US prioritizes citizen safety and vows to protect Americans abroad.

The Independent UK

Inside the secret talks behind the biggest US-Russia prisoner swap since end of Cold War

The behind-the-scenes operation was documented meticulously by the Wall Street Journal, which has been unable to reveal its secrets until now

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The Guardian - AU

Morning Mail: Australia storms to relay gold, alarm bells over universities’ business model, Russia frees US journalist

Relay team sets new Olympic record; concern at universities’ dependence on international students; prisoner swap a ‘feat of diplomacy’, Biden says

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Wall Street Journal Reporter Released In US-Russia Prisoner Swap

A Wall Street Journal reporter detained in Russia for 491 days was released in a US-Russia prisoner swap, sparking relief and gratitude.

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President Biden Thanks Allies For Historic Prisoner Swap

President Biden thanked leaders of five countries for their role in a significant prisoner exchange with Russia, involving the release of two dozen detainees.

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Russian Spies Involved In Prisoner Swap Deported From Slovenia

Russian spies sentenced for espionage in Slovenia and set to be deported after a prisoner swap.

Al Jazeera

How the world reacted to Russia-West prisoner swap

Western countries and rights groups welcome the release of dissidents and journalists, including Evan Gershkovich.

International Business Times

Poisoned And Jailed: Kremlin Critic Kara-Murza

Kremlin critic Vladimir Kara-Murza, who was released from a 25-year prison sentence on Thursday in a prisoner swap, has spent years warning the world of the dangers of a revanchist President Vladimir Putin.

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Vladimir Putin Welcomes Released Russian Citizens In Moscow

President Putin welcomes released Russian citizens in a prisoner swap with Ukraine, signaling diplomatic progress and potential for improved relations.

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