U.S. Citizen Sentenced to 13 Years in Russian Prison for Drug Trafficking

U.S. citizen Michael Travis Leake has been sentenced to 13 years in a Russian prison on drug trafficking charges. The case involves accusations of organizing a drug trafficking business involving young people.

Brittney Griner's Experience in Russian Prison

WNBA star Brittney Griner shares her harrowing experience of being arrested and imprisoned in Russia just before the invasion of Ukraine. She details the challenges of her detainment, the impact on her mental health, and the support she received. The Biden administration negotiated her release in a trade deal. Griner now aims to advocate for the release of others unjustly detained in Russia.

Brittney Griner's Ordeal in a Russian Prison

WNBA star Brittney Griner faced a harrowing ordeal in a Russian prison after being detained for possessing cannabis oil. She was mentally and physically humiliated, endured harsh conditions, and considered ending her life. Griner's new memoir, Coming Home, details her experiences and highlights the discrimination she faced as a Black queer woman. Despite the challenges, she finds hope in the progress of women's sports and looks forward to representing the US in the upcoming Olympics.

Brittney Griner's Experience in a Russian Prison

WNBA star Brittney Griner opens up about her traumatic experience in a Russian prison, contemplating suicide and facing harsh conditions due to possession of cannabis oil. She was eventually released in a prisoner exchange after 10 months.

Anti-Kremlin Hackers Seek Revenge for Navalny's Death

Anti-Kremlin hackers breached a Russian prison contractor's website in revenge for Alexey Navalny's death, stealing a database with information on Russian prisoners and their relatives. They changed prices on the online commissary and shared the data in hopes of uncovering the truth about Navalny's death.

Jailed U.S. reporter's friends and family speak out after a year in Russian prison

American journalist Evan Gershkovich has been detained in a Russian prison for a year on espionage charges without evidence. Family and friends speak out as they await news of his trial and potential release. The Biden administration is actively trying to secure his release, but Russia has rejected proposals for a swap. Gershkovich remains in good spirits despite harsh conditions in jail.

Legal Battle Over Alexei Navalny's Body

Lyudmila Navalnaya, mother of late Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny, files lawsuit demanding release of son's body for proper burial, after he died in a Russian prison. Russian officials have refused to grant access to his remains, leading to a legal battle and public outcry.

Lyudmila Navalnaya's Lawsuit for Release of Alexei Navalny's Body

Lyudmila Navalnaya files lawsuit demanding release of son's body for proper burial after his death in a Russian prison, sparking international outrage and accusations against Russian officials, including President Putin.

Inmate Torture at Russian Prison

Alexei Navalny died at a torturous Russian prison known for extreme conditions and mistreatment of inmates, including beatings, suffocation, and use of tear gas. Inmates are subjected to harsh weather, physical abuse, and humiliation in the remote penal colony.