Russia has arrested a U.S. citizen on alleged drug charges U.S. citizen Robert Woodland Romanov has been arrested on drug charges in Russia amid soaring Russia-U.S. tensions over Ukraine. WEKU · Jan 9, 2024
A US citizen has been arrested in Moscow on drug charges A U.S. citizen has been arrested on drug charges in Russia, a move that comes amid soaring Russia-U.S. tensions over Ukraine The Independent UK · Jan 9, 2024
Heartbreaking anniversary: American hostage remains detained after five years Join us as we delve into the emotional journey of Paul Whelan, a man held captive for five years. Hear his pleas and the tireless efforts to bring him home... Top News · Dec 28, 2023
Russian official says US is hampering a prisoner exchange with unequal demands A Russian deputy foreign minister said talks with the United States on a potential prisoner exchange that would free Americans held in Russia are hampered by publicity and an alleged disparity in the U.S. negotiating stance The Independent UK · Dec 22, 2023
White House Says Readying New Proposal To Russia To Free Two Americans The White House said Thursday it was preparing a new proposal to Russia to seek the release of two imprisoned Americans after Moscow rejected an earlier attempt. International Business Times · Dec 21, 2023
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 660 As the war enters its 660th day, these are the main developments. Al Jazeera · Dec 15, 2023
Russia-Ukraine war at a glance: what we know on day 660 Hungary vetoes aid package for Ukraine; Kremlin says EU accession for Ukraine ‘very remote prospect’ The Guardian - AU · Dec 15, 2023
Putin confronted by critical text messages beamed on screen at year-end news conference President sought to paint rosy picture of Russia at four-hour-long event – but citizens had other plans The Independent UK · Dec 14, 2023
In a 4-hour press conference, a confident Putin vows the Ukraine war will go on Russian President Vladimir Putin resumed his traditional year-end press conference, after canceling last year, when Russia was doing badly on the battlefield. He combined it with a call-in program. WEKU · Dec 14, 2023
Putin says no peace until Russia’s goals in Ukraine achieved In televised year-end address, Russian president calls for Ukraine’s unconditional surrender The Guardian - UK · Dec 14, 2023
Paul Whelan sends desperate message to Biden from Russian prison on Christmas Eve Whelan has been detained in Russia for nearly five years The Independent UK · Dec 14, 2023
Putin Warns Ukraine to Surrender or Face Further Force As tensions rise in Ukraine, Putin's marathon press conference reveals a confident stance, potential for use of force, and ongoing discussions for detained... Top News · Dec 14, 2023
US journalist Evan Gershkovich must remain in jail, Moscow court rules Wall Street Journal reporter was detained by Russia's security services on suspicion of spying Evening Standard · Dec 14, 2023
Russian court rejects appeal to release WSJ reporter Evan Gershkovich President Vladimir Putin says he hopes for agreement with US on prisoner swap but admits ‘it’s not simple’. Al Jazeera · Dec 14, 2023
The Independent UK · Dec 14, 2023 WSJ reporter Gershkovich to remain in detention until end of January after court rejects his appeal Wall Street Journal reporter Evan Gershkovich, arrested in Russia on espionage charges, lost an appeal on Thursday to be released from jail and will remain in custody at least until Jan. 30
Al Jazeera · Dec 6, 2023 US says Russia rejected ‘substantial’ proposal to free two jailed Americans Washington says ‘no higher priority’ than effort to secure release from Russia of Evan Gershkovich and Paul Whelan.
Al Jazeera · Dec 6, 2023 Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 651 As the war enters its 651st day, these are the main developments.
The Independent UK · Dec 5, 2023 Russia has rejected deal to free detained Americans Evan Gershkovich and Paul Whelan ‘Significant proposal’ was ‘rejected by the Russians but it does not, it will not deter us from continuing to do everything we can to try and bring both of them home,’ State Department spokesperson says
The Independent UK · Dec 5, 2023 US makes offer to bring home jailed Americans Paul Whelan and Evan Gershkovich. Russia rejected it The Biden administration says its made a new and significant offer aimed at securing the release of American detainees Paul Whelan and Evan Gershkovich, but Russia has rejected the offer
Al Jazeera · Dec 1, 2023 Russian court extends detention of US journalist Kurmasheva until February Russian-American journalist is accused of failing to register as a ‘foreign agent’.
WEKU · Nov 28, 2023 Russian court extends Evan Gershkovich's detention until the end of January A court extended the detention of the Wall Street Journal reporter, arrested on espionage charges, until Jan. 30, Russian news agencies reported. Gershkovich and the Journal deny the allegations.
International Business Times · Nov 28, 2023 Russian Court Extends Detention Of US Journalist Gershkovich A Moscow court on Tuesday said it had extended until January the detention of US reporter Evan Gershkovich, who was arrested in Russia earlier this year on spying charges.
Al Jazeera · Nov 28, 2023 Russian court extends detention of WSJ reporter Evan Gershkovich Wall Street Journal denounces the continued detention of its reporter as a ‘brazen and outrageous attack’ on free press.
The Independent UK · Nov 28, 2023 Russian court extends detention of Wall Street Journal reporter Gershkovich until end of January Russian media say a court in Moscow has extended the detention of Wall Street Journal reporter Evan Gershkovich, arrested on espionage charges, until Jan. 30
The Canberra Times · Nov 22, 2023 Detained reporter under 'unimaginable pressure' in Russian jail, say parents Hope of breakthrough for detained reporter Evan Gershkovich.