Major U.S.-Russia prisoner swap involves 24 individuals

The Associated Press — August 2, 2024, 08:00 PM UTC

A significant U.S.-Russia prisoner swap occurred this week, involving 24 individuals, including American Paul Whelan and Russian assassin Vadim Krasikov. The exchange followed the unexpected death of Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny in February, complicating negotiations. The U.S. also secured the release of journalist Evan Gershkovich. The swap required cooperation from Germany and other European nations, highlighting the complexities of international negotiations.

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