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American released from Russian prison with "no 'swap' necessary," Trump says

American released from Russian prison with "no 'swap' necessary," Trump says

Summary

Stephen Hubbard, a U.S. citizen, was released from a Russian prison and returned to the United States. President Donald Trump said no prisoner exchange was needed for Hubbard’s release. This happened after a deal involving diesel and talks between a U.S. envoy and Russian President Vladimir Putin about the Ukraine war.

Key Facts

  • Stephen Hubbard, an American, was held in a Russian prison.
  • He has now been released and returned to the U.S.
  • President Donald Trump stated that Hubbard’s release did not require a swap or exchange of prisoners.
  • The release happened following a diesel agreement between the U.S. and Russia.
  • A U.S. envoy met with Russian President Putin to discuss the ongoing Ukraine conflict.
  • The news was reported by CBS News with coverage from Ramy Inocencio.
  • The release is connected to broader diplomatic efforts between the U.S. and Russia.
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