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Brittney Griner: 'Head over heels' for Americans coming home in prisoner swap

Brittney Griner knows only too well the swirling emotions of being involved in a prisoner swap

The Independent UK

7-nation prisoner swap shows how diplomacy, not law, governs exchanges

Wall Street Journal reporter Evan Gershkovich and two other Americans were freed from Russia in a prisoner exchange on Aug. 1, 2024. In total, 24 prisoners, including 12 German nationals and eight Russians, as well as two children – who were not prisoners – were exchanged in Ankara, Turkey.

The Conversation

Wall Street Journal Reporter Evan Gershkovich Released From Russian Captivity

Gershkovich was released Thursday in an elaborate prisoner swap involving two dozen prisoners from at least six countries.

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As a historic prisoner exchange unfolds, a look back at other famous East-West swaps

When Washington and Moscow exchange prisoners, it usually comes after months of secret, back-channel negotiations

The Independent UK

US journalist Gershkovich among 26 freed in Russia prisoner deal with West

Russia freed US journalist Evan Gershkovich and former US Marine Paul Whelan on Thursday, according to the Turkish presidency. Their releases were part of the largest East-West prisoner exchanges since the end of the Cold War.

France 24

Third Major Prisoner Exchange Between Russia And US

Recent prisoner exchanges between Russia and the US involving Trevor Reed and Brittney Griner highlight diplomatic complexities and challenges faced by ind...

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Russia To Free US Reporter In Major Prisoner Swap With West: US Media

US journalist Evan Gershkovich and former US marine Paul Whelan are expected to be released by Russia as part of one of the biggest East-West prisoner swaps since the Cold War, according to US media Thursday.

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Russia and West ‘prepare for prisoner swap’

A series of mysterious movements of Western prisoners inside Russia on Wednesday prompted hopes of a prisoner swap

The Independent UK

A’ja Wilson trolled her Team USA basketball teammates after beating them in UNO

"Loser. Loser. Loser. LOSERRRRRR!"

USA Today Sports Media Group

Activists Celebrate LGBTQ Olympians In 'City Of All Loves'

On the shores of the River Seine, a fan zone dotted with rainbow-themed paraphernalia hopes to draw in the crowds to celebrate a record number of openly LGBTQ athletes at this year's Olympics.

International Business Times

USA Women's Basketball Team Dominates Japan In Olympic Opener

USA women's basketball team dominates Japan in Paris Olympics opener. Wilson, Stewart, and Griner shine in the victory.

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US Women's Basketball Team Travels To Paris Olympics By Train

Read about the U.S. Women's Basketball Team's unique train journey to the Paris Olympics and their preparations for the tournament. Excitement is building ...

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Brittney Griner Returns To USA Basketball For Paris Olympics

Follow Brittney Griner's inspiring journey from Russian imprisonment to representing the U.S. in the Paris Games amidst motherhood.

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WNBA All-Stars Defeat U.S. Olympic Team In All-Star Game

Exciting WNBA All-Star victory over U.S. Olympic team sets stage for intense Olympic competition. Ogunbowale's record-breaking performance shines.

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Allisha Gray Wins WNBA All-Star Skills Competition In Phoenix

Allisha Gray emerges victorious in the WNBA All-Star skills competition, showcasing exceptional talent and speed in Phoenix.

The Independent UK

Brittney Griner and wife Cherelle welcome first baby

The WNBA star and the attorney first met as students at Baylor University in Texas

The Independent UK

Clark, Reese on same team at WNBA All-Star weekend and in spotlight in matchup against Olympic team

Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese will once again step into the spotlight during All-Star Weekend with their matchup against the U.S. Olympic team

The Independent UK

What to know about Evan Gershkovich's conviction for espionage in Russia

Wall Street Journal reporter Evan Gershkovich has been convicted of espionage and sentenced to 16 years in prison

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The Independent UK

US tells Russian minister Putin should release detained Americans including Gershkovich and Whelan

The U.S. Ambassador told Russia’s foreign minister that President Vladimir Putin should release detained Americans, singling out journalist Evan Gershkovich and ex-Marine Paul Whelan

The Guardian - UK

Coming Home by Brittney Griner review – from hoop dreams to a living hell

The US basketball player’s suspenseful account of her nightmarish nine months trapped in Russia’s draconian penal system also serves as a reminder of the potential pitfalls when autocrats invest in sport

The Independent UK

What to know from the first day of US journalist Evan Gershkovich's trial in Russia

Wall Street Journal reporter Evan Gershkovich went on trial in Russia on espionage charges that he, his employer and the U.S. government dismiss as false

Al Jazeera

Russia starts US journalist Evan Gershkovich’s trial: What’s next for him?

The reporter was arrested in March last year on a reporting trip in Russia’s Ural Mountains city of Yekaterinburg.

USA Today Sports Media Group

ESPN’S LaChina Robinson says the Mercury are the biggest threat to the Aces’ three-peat bid

The Mercury are a dark horse candidate to upset the Aces. Here's why.

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US Hostage Negotiator Defends Prisoner Swaps For Americans

U.S. hostage negotiator defends prisoner swaps for wrongfully detained Americans, emphasizing importance of efforts to secure their safe return.

The Independent UK

US government's top hostage negotiator defends prisoner swaps with foreign adversaries

The U.S. government’s top hostage negotiator is defending prisoner swaps that free Americans wrongfully detained by foreign countries in exchange for the release of convicted criminals

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