U.S.-Russia Prisoner Exchange

SOURCE www.foxnews.com
Several American citizens and a green-card holder were released from Russian custody in a massive swap of political prisoners involving the United States and Russia. This is the biggest U.S.-Russia prisoner exchange since the Cold War.

Key Points

  • Evan Gershkovich, a Wall Street Journal reporter, was among those released
  • Previous exchanges involved high-profile individuals like WNBA star Brittney Griner and Russian arms dealer Viktor Bout
  • Historical prisoner swaps between U.S. and Russia dating back to 1962

Pros

  • Successful release of American citizens and green-card holder from Russian custody
  • Largest U.S.-Russia prisoner exchange since the Cold War
  • Diplomatic achievement praised by President Joe Biden

Cons

  • Involvement of Americans in Russian legal issues