Release of Evan Gershkovich and Paul Whelan in Prisoner Swap

Wall Street Journal reporter Evan Gershkovich and Marine veteran Paul Whelan are freed in a prisoner swap involving the United States, Russia, and other countries after being wrongfully detained in Russia. The Wall Street Journal celebrates their return after 16 months of efforts to secure their release.

US Citizens Jailed in Russia

Several US citizens, including a Wall Street Journal reporter, a corporate security executive, and a dual national, are currently imprisoned in Russia on various charges. The US government has labeled some as wrongfully detained and is working towards their release through prisoner swaps. The situation highlights the strained relations between the two countries.