# Russia frees American mercenary Stephen Hubbard

https://www.abccolumbia.com/2026/10/21/russia-frees-american-stephen-hubbard-after-over-4-years-behind-bars-during-a-visit-by-us-envoy/

Russia freed Stephen Hubbard after four years in prison. He was jailed for fighting Ukraine as a mercenary. The release occurred during a U.S. envoy visit and amid U.S.-Russia diplomatic interactions.

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#russia #freedom #ukraine

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Created: 2026-10-24T19:59:46.633525+00:00

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Original source: https://www.abccolumbia.com/2026/10/21/russia-frees-american-stephen-hubbard-after-over-4-years-behind-bars-during-a-visit-by-us-envoy/