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Russia frees ailing ex-US Marine Robert Gilman from detention

Russia frees ailing ex-US Marine Robert Gilman from detention

By Steve Holland and Jonathan Landay WASHINGTON, Aug 11 (Reuters) - Moscow on Tuesday freed a former U.S. Marine jailed in Russia since 2022 after Russian President Vladimir Putin approved a pardon for the ailing American based on humanitarian reasons, U.S. officials said.
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Former US Marine held in Russia for more than 4 years on disputed charges has been released

Former US Marine held in Russia for more than 4 years on disputed charges has been released

A former U.S. Marine from Massachusetts who has been held in Russia for more than four years on disputed charges has been released
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US Marine Robert Gilman released after years in Russian prison

US Marine Robert Gilman released after years in Russian prison

President Donald Trump announced Gilman’s release. He said the 32-year-old is expected to land in Washington, DC, the evening of Tuesday, Aug. 11.
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Oil rises 4% as Iran, US both demand compensation and Hormuz hopes fade

Oil rises 4% as Iran, US both demand compensation and Hormuz hopes fade

By Arathy Somasekhar HOUSTON, Aug 10 (Reuters) - Oil prices jumped over 4% on Monday after Iran and the United States traded demands for compensation, dimming prospects for a deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz.
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Oil climbs 5% as Iran, US both demand compensation and Hormuz hopes fade

Oil climbs 5% as Iran, US both demand compensation and Hormuz hopes fade

By Arathy Somasekhar HOUSTON, Aug 10 (Reuters) - Oil prices settled 5% higher on Monday after Iran and the United States traded demands for compensation, dimming prospects for a deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz.
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U.S. Marine Veteran Robert Gilman Released from Russian Prison After Four Years

U.S. Marine Veteran Robert Gilman Released from Russian Prison After Four Years

Robert Gilman, a U.S. Marine veteran, has been released from a Russian prison after more than four years of detention. President Trump announced that Russian President Vladimir Putin agreed to Gilman's release on humanitarian grounds, with no exchange involved. Gilman, who was detained in 2022 and faced multiple charges, including assaulting a police officer and prison guards, had been in poor health. His release follows advocacy efforts by Global Reach and calls from U.S. officials, including Sen. Edward Markey, for his release due to health concerns.
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Former US Marine held in Russia for more than 4 years has been released, his advocates say

Former US Marine held in Russia for more than 4 years has been released, his advocates say

A former U.S. Marine from Massachusetts who has been held in Russia for more than four years on disputed charges has been released
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Former US Marine held in Russia for more than 4 years has been released, group says

Former US Marine held in Russia for more than 4 years has been released, group says

A former U.S. Marine from Massachusetts who has been held in Russia for more than four years on disputed charges has been released
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Senate Passes Russia Sanctions Bill to Bolster U.S. Leverage Against Moscow

Senate Passes Russia Sanctions Bill to Bolster U.S. Leverage Against Moscow

The U.S. Senate has passed a comprehensive Russia sanctions bill with an 86 to 11 vote, aiming to increase pressure on Moscow amid the ongoing war in Ukraine. The legislation, championed by the late Senator Lindsey Graham, seeks to impose mandatory sanctions on Russia's leadership, energy sector, and entities supporting Russia's defense industry. The bill also introduces a new tariff tool to curb financial flows to Russia. With President Trump indicating his willingness to sign the bill, its fate now rests with the House of Representatives, which will consider it in September.
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Pentagon seeks plans to accelerate weapons production

Pentagon seeks plans to accelerate weapons production

The Pentagon has asked defense industry leaders for plans to speed weapons production as experts warn stockpiles have been depleted .
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Advocates Warn of Former U.S. Marine's Critical Health in Russian Detention

Advocates Warn of Former U.S. Marine's Critical Health in Russian Detention

Robert Gilman, a former U.S. Marine, has been detained in Russia since 2022 on charges that his family and advocates dispute. Recently, Gilman's health has deteriorated significantly, with reports indicating he is in a 'dissociative stupor' and suffering from high fever and blood pressure. He has been moved to a civilian hospital where he is on a feeding tube and handcuffed to a bed. His family, unable to visit him, is deeply concerned about his condition. Gilman's legal team has faced obstacles in accessing him, prompting complaints to Russian authorities. U.S. Senator Edward Markey has called for urgent cooperation between the U.S. and Russia to secure Gilman's release for medical treatment.