# Stephen Hubbard returns from Russian detention

Stephen Hubbard, a 74-year-old retired teacher, returned to the U.S. after over four years in Russian detention. He was convicted of serving as a mercenary for Ukraine, a claim his family denies. President Trump said he personally pressured Putin for Hubbard's release.

https://www.41nbc.com/stephen-hubbard-released-russia-trump-putin-ukraine-war/

#russia #ukraine #detention

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