US‑Russian Dual Citizen Freed in Prisoner Swap

April 10, 2025, 6:20 am

A U.S.–Russian dual citizen, detained by Russian authorities on treason charges, has been released as part of a high‐profile prisoner exchange between Moscow and Washington. U.S. officials, including Secretary of State Marco Rubio, confirmed the swap and noted that the individual is now returning to the United States under the agreed terms. This move reflects the ongoing diplomatic maneuvering between the two nations and highlights the complex geopolitical context in which such high‐stakes exchanges occur.

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torontosun.com / U.S.-Russian dual national Ksenia Karelina is released in prisoner swap between Moscow and Washington

A U.S.-Russian dual citizen jailed in Russia on treason charges was freed in a prisoner exchange with Washington and is now headed back to the United States, according to Secretary of State Marco Rubio and her lawyer.

winnipegfreepress.com / US-Russian dual national Ksenia Karelina is released in prisoner swap between Moscow and Washington

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