Release of Convict in Nemtsov's Killing for Military Operation in Ukraine

A man convicted in the killing of Russian opposition politician Boris Nemtsov has been released from jail after signing up for military operations in Ukraine. Other convicts remain in jail for refusing to sign up. Tens of thousands of Russian prisoners have volunteered to join the Russian army fighting in Ukraine in exchange for clemency if they survive.

Manhunt in France for Armed Gang That Killed Prison Officers

A massive manhunt is underway in France for an armed gang that killed two prison officers and injured three others to free an inmate they were escorting. The escaped convict, Mohamed Amra, and the assailants are being pursued by hundreds of officers.