MiscellaneousRussia Frees US Citizen Stephen Hubbard After Diplomatic Talks
Russian President Vladimir Putin announced the release of 74-year-old US citizen Stephen Hubbard, who had been held since 2022. The release occurred after US President Donald Trump raised the issue with Mr. Putin, and it was presented as a goodwill gesture during diplomatic talks in St. Petersburg.
The National|October 21, 2026