WNBA star Brittney Griner's trial in Russia on drug-related charges is expected to come to a close Thursday, with a verdict and sentence expected at any time. Here's a look at how we got to this point:
: Former U.S. Marine Trevor Reed, who has been held in Russia since August 2019, is unexpectedly released from Russian custody in exchange for Russian national Konstantin Yaroshenko, who was serving a 20-year sentence in the United States for smuggling drugs. The exchange is the first hopeful sign for Griner's family that a diplomatic channel remains open between the two countries despite the war in Ukraine..
Appearing in a Russian court, Brittney Griner holds up a picture of WNBA players wearing her jersey during the All-Star Game. : The United States secretly offers to trade Bout for Griner and another American considered to be wrongfully detained, Paul Whelan, who has been in Russian custody on espionage charges since December 2018.: Griner's trial begins in Khimki, a Moscow suburb, on charges that she tried to smuggle drugs into Russia. She faces 10 years in prison.
Österreich Neuesten Nachrichten, Österreich Schlagzeilen
Similar News:Sie können auch ähnliche Nachrichten wie diese lesen, die wir aus anderen Nachrichtenquellen gesammelt haben.
Brittney Griner: WNBA star back in Russian court on cannabis chargeWNBA star Brittney Griner was back in court on Tuesday for her trial for cannabis possession amid U.S. diplomatic efforts to secure her release.
Weiterlesen »
Brittney Griner back in Russian court on cannabis chargeIf convicted, the Women’s National Basketball Association (WNBA) star and two-time Olympic gold medalist could face 10 years in prison.
Weiterlesen »
Brittney Griner back in Russian court on cannabis chargeAmerican basketball star Brittney Griner is back in court for her trial for cannabis possession amid U.S. diplomatic efforts to secure her release.
Weiterlesen »
Brittney Griner back in Russian court on cannabis chargeAmerican basketball star Brittney Griner is back in court for her trial for cannabis possession amid U.S. diplomatic efforts to secure her release.
Weiterlesen »
Brittney Griner in Russian court for first time since proposed prisoner swap was revealedIn Tuesday's hearing, Griner's defense team argued that a state-appointed forensic expert made technical and procedural errors when examining the cannabis-infused vape cartridges found in her luggage.
Weiterlesen »