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The Latest Breaking News from Brittney Griner

Quote Box: Reaction to Brittney Griner's release from Russia

Reactions after WNBA star Brittney Griner was freed from a Russian prison in a high-profile prisoner exchange

The Independent UK · Dec 8, 2022

Conservatives blast Biden over Brittney Griner release, complaining he ‘left behind’ man imprisoned during Trump presidency

Mr Whelan was taken captive and convicted during the Trump administration

The Independent UK · Dec 8, 2022

Brittney Griner released - live: Biden shares the moment he informed WNBA star’s wife ‘she’s on the ground’

The WNBA star was detained at a Russian airport in February

The Independent UK · Dec 8, 2022

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Putin, secret talks and the 'Merchant of Death': US basketball star Brittney Griner's long road to freedom from a Russian penal colony

The young basketball star became embroiled in a tussle between the United States and Vladimir Putin right at the moment the Russian strongman was isolated and increasingly desperate for leverage.

ABC News · Dec 8, 2022

Brittney Griner's release celebrated by basketball world

Brittney Griner’s loved ones and extended basketball family were ecstatic when news broke about her release from a Russian prison and that she was on her way back to the United States

The Independent UK · Dec 8, 2022

Viktor Bout: the ‘Lord of War’ at centre of Brittney Griner prisoner swap

Moscow has never forgotten the notorious arms dealer, who reportedly keeps a photo of Vladimir Putin in his US cell

The Guardian - UK · Dec 8, 2022

Saudi Arabia did not mediate in Griner release, White House says

The release of US basketball player Brittney Griner was negotiated between the United States and Russia only, the White House said on Thursday, refuting a Saudi Arabia claim it was involved.

Reuters · Dec 8, 2022

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Griner release is cause for relief but Viktor Bout transfer tough to stomach

Critics label Biden’s decision to release Russian arms dealer ‘deeply disturbing’ – even if Brittney Griner’s freedom is excellent news

The Guardian - US · Dec 8, 2022

Russian arms dealer Viktor Bout: The ‘Merchant of Death’ swapped for Brittney Griner

Russian arms dealer Viktor Bout, swapped Thursday for WNBA star Brittney Griner, is widely known abroad as the “Merchant of Death” who fueled some of the world’s worst conflicts.

France 24 · Dec 8, 2022

Viktor Bout's clemency granted Thursday, White House said

U.S. President Joe Biden approved a prisoner swap for Brittney Griner last week, but the grant of clemency for arms dealer Viktor Bout was not approved until Thursday, the White House said.

Reuters · Dec 8, 2022

Donald Trump Jr launches frenzied attack on Biden over Brittney Griner release

Don Jr was upset about the Brittney Griner prisoner swap for Viktor Bout

The Independent UK · Dec 8, 2022

WNBA star Brittney Griner is headed to Texas medical facility upon release

WNBA star Brittney Griner is headed to a medical facility in San Antonio following her release Thursday from a Russian prison in a dramatic, high-level prisoner swap, according to CNBC.

Tribune News Service · Dec 8, 2022

WNBA Commissioner Shares Statement on Griner’s Release

Engelbert expressed gratitude that Griner was coming home to the United States.

Sports Illustrated · Dec 8, 2022

WNBA star Brittney Griner a generational talent on the court

WNBA star Brittney Griner’s 10-month imprisonment in Russia on drug charges came to an end on Thursday, spreading relief and joy across sports world and beyond

The Independent UK · Dec 8, 2022

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The Independent UK · Dec 8, 2022

Saudi’s MBS and UAE led mediation in Brittney Griner’s prisoner swap, Middle Eastern nations claim

Saudi Arabia’ controversial crown prince Mohammed bin Salman, and the president of the UAE, have claimed they led the mediation efforts that led to the release of basketball star Brittney Griner.

The Guardian - US · Dec 8, 2022

Brittney Griner: brilliant basketball talent to high-profile prisoner

The USA star is one of the world’s best players. Her talent led her to Russia, where she found herself in a diplomatic incident

The Independent UK · Dec 8, 2022

Why is US Marine Paul Whelan detained in Russia?

Canada-born businessman convicted on dubious espionage charges by Moscow court following 2018 arrest and sentenced to 16 years in prison

USA Today Sports Media Group · Dec 8, 2022

Bringing Brittney Griner home came at a heavy cost, but it was worth it

Brittney Griner is on her way home. Here are the next steps

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Sports Illustrated · Dec 8, 2022

Parsons Apologizes for Reaction to Brittney Griner’s Release

The Cowboys star tweeted several times after the news broke but received some backlash.

Sports Illustrated · Dec 8, 2022

Report: Why Paul Whelan Wasn’t Included in Deal for Griner

Here are the details regarding Whelan’s continued detainment in Russia.

Reuters · Dec 8, 2022

For Brittney Griner, months as Russian prisoner end on UAE tarmac

After months of painstaking negotiations with Moscow, it became clear to President Joe Biden's administration that it faced a grave choice - to exchange notorious Russian arms dealer Viktor Bout for U.S. basketball star Brittney Griner or else get no American to bring home.

Reuters · Dec 8, 2022

Reaction to Brittney Griner's release from Russian prison

U.S. basketball star Brittney Griner was released on Thursday in a prisoner swap with Russia after the two-time Olympic champion and Women's National Basketball Association (WNBA) player spent more than nine months detained on a drug possession offense. Here are some comments in reaction to her release:

The Guardian - US · Dec 8, 2022

Family of US man held in Russia lament ‘catastrophe for Paul’ after Griner swap

Biden says US still unable to broker release of marine veteran Paul Whelan, accused of espionage by Moscow

Chicago Sun-Times · Dec 8, 2022

WNBA celebrates news of Brittney Griner’s return home

“I am so happy to hear of the news of BG’s return home. I know I can speak for the entire Sky organization when I say words can’t express the happiness that we feel to finally have her coming home,” coach/GM James Wade said.

Sports Illustrated · Dec 8, 2022

Brittney Griner’s Life Is Forever Changed. But She Gets to Live It.

There are still numerous questions around the WNBA star’s detainment and the deal that brought her home, but for now there is relief.

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