U.S. State Department designates American teacher Marc Fogel as wrongfully detained in Russia

foxnews.com — December 29, 2024 at 09:01 AM UTC

The U.S. State Department has officially designated Marc Fogel, an American teacher jailed in Russia since 2021, as wrongfully detained. Fogel was arrested for drug possession, which his family claims involved medically prescribed marijuana. Fogel is currently serving a 14-year sentence after being arrested at a Russian airport. He was not included in a recent prisoner swap that freed other Americans, prompting renewed calls for his release from his family and supporters. The designation allows the Special Presidential Envoy for Hostage Affairs to take over Fogel's case. His family expressed gratitude for the acknowledgment and hopes for his safe return.

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