Putin releases hostage to U.S., drawing praise from Trump administration

Outlet: The Japan Times · Published 21/10/2026 23:59 UTC

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The Trump administration praised Putin as a "humanitarian," the latest move to curry favor with Russia amid talks over the war in Ukraine.

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Source: https://www.japantimes.co.jp/news/2026/10/22/world/putin-us-hostage-release/
Published: 21/10/2026 23:59 UTC
Captured: 22/10/2026 00:08 UTC
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