Prisoner Swap Between Russia and the U.S.

SOURCE www.breitbart.com
Russia has agreed to release Wall Street Journal reporter Evan Gerskovich and former U.S. Marine Paul Whelan in a prisoner swap with the U.S. The prisoners, jailed in Russia on espionage charges, are en route to destinations outside of Russia. The U.S. and its allies will return prisoners to Russia as part of the deal.

Key Points

  • Release of Wall Street Journal reporter Evan Gerskovich and former U.S. Marine Paul Whelan in a prisoner swap
  • Russia and the U.S. exchanging prisoners to resolve diplomatic issues
  • Uncertainty about the exact terms of the agreement

Pros

  • Release of wrongly accused individuals
  • Resolution of diplomatic tensions between Russia and the U.S.

Cons

  • Lack of transparency on the Russian prisoners released by the U.S.
  • Uncertainty about the concessions made by the U.S. for the release