Scoop: U.S. and Russia discussing prisoner swap
Summary
The United States and Russia are talking about a potential prisoner exchange, according to Russian envoy Kirill Dmitriev and a U.S. official. At least eight Americans are currently imprisoned in Russia, and these discussions aim to potentially return them home. The talks are meant to improve relations between the two countries.Key Facts
- The U.S. and Russia are considering another prisoner swap, but no specific deal is in place yet.
- A Russian envoy, Kirill Dmitriev, discussed prisoner exchanges during his visit to the U.S. from October 24-26.
- President Trump prioritizes bringing detained Americans home.
- At least eight American citizens are currently held in Russian prisons.
- No specific prisoners have been named for a swap in the current discussions.
- Previous prisoner swaps this year included Americans like Evan Gershkovich and Brittney Griner.
- A list of nine Americans wanted by the U.S. for return was reportedly given to Russia earlier this year.
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