Belarusian journalist Andrei Kuznechyk was launched from jail on Wednesday after serving greater than three years in jail, in keeping with Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty.
The phrases of the deal weren’t instantly clear.
“This can be a joyous day for Andrey, his spouse, Alesya, and their two younger youngsters. After greater than three years aside, this household is collectively once more due to President [Donald] Trump,” RFE/RL President and CEO Stephen Capus mentioned in an announcement.
“We’re additionally grateful to Secretary Rubio and his workforce, and to the Lithuanian authorities for his or her help,” Capus added.
Kuznechyk’s launch comes a day after American schoolteacher Marc Fogel returned to the U.S. after being launched from Russia.
Kuznechyk was initially sentenced in November 2021 to 10 days in jail on hooliganism fees, which he rejected on the time, in keeping with RFE/RL.
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