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Brittney Griner Sentenced To 9 Years In Russian Prison On Drug Related Charges
Griner pleaded guilty last month to the charges in the hopes of getting a lesser sentence.
U.S. Made ‘Substantial Proposal’ To Russia To Coordinate Release of Whelan And Griner
The Biden administration has faced backlash and pressure to do more to secure the release of the two American prisoners in Russia.
Biden To Sign Joint Declaration To Expand Israel Security Ties, Counter Iran
One senior official said the new agreement will include “a commitment to never allow Iran to acquire a nuclear weapon".
White House Says Biden Read Griner’s Letter But Declines To Confirm Meeting With Family
A letter from Griner’s representatives was passed on to the White House on Monday.
Brittney Griner Writes Biden Letter Pleading For Help Amid Trial In Russia
(Fwrd Axis) — WNBA star Brittney Griner fears she might never return home and asked President Joe Biden for help…
U.S. Set To Announce Air Missile Defense System For Ukraine
ELMAU, Germany (Fwrd Axis) — The United States is set to announce this week that it has purchased an advanced…
Russia Can’t Guarantee Americans Detained Won’t Face Death Penalty
Speaking to NBC News, Dmitry Peskov said the three Americans would “face the same fate” as two British citizens and a Moroccan who were sentenced to death.
Biden Says He Has Briefed On Missing Americans In Ukraine But Whereabouts Unknown
Videos started to appear on pro-Russian channels and social media showing what looks to be Drueke and Huynh being held in an unknown location.
Biden Admin To Provide Ukraine With More Advanced Rocket Systems
The news comes as the White House has been under pressure for weeks from Ukraine for the U.S.-made system.
Brittney Griner’s Detention Extended A Month After Appearance In Russian Court
Griner was arrested on drug charges, on February 17.