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Former U.S. Marine held in Russia on disputed charges has been released
Wednesday, August 12, 2026
A former U.S. Marine held in Russia for four years was released and returned to the United States. The individual's family and U.S. officials stated he was wrongfully imprisoned and subjected to abusive treatment during his detention. Russia has not issued a public statement regarding the release or the charges involved.
Original reporting: https://www.npr.org/2026/08/12/g-s1-138323/former-us-marine-russia
