Politics
Trump Defends Russia Sanctions Waiver in Hubbard Release Context
President Trump defended his decision to waive Russian sanctions, linking it to the release of American teacher Stephen Hubbard. The incident highlights ongoing tensions between the U.S. and Russia over the Hubbard case.
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The Hill
Russia on Wednesday released American teacher Stephen Hubbard, who was serving a seven-year prison sentence after prosecutors accused him of working with Ukraine as a mercenary following the Russian invasion that launched the war between both countries. President Trump announced the development on T
2026-10-21 12:50 UTC
The Hill
President Trump defended his waiver of Russian sanctions, saying it would have halted negotiations with Russian President Vladimir Putin regarding the release of Stephen Hubbard, a retired schoolteacher who was arrested by Russian authorities when it invaded Ukraine. “Numerous people, who requested
2026-10-21 12:51 UTC