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US citizen Stephen Hubbard freed by Russia and 'on his way home', Trump says

The former teacher has been released without any "swap" required, according to the president.

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After the meeting, Putin announced the release of Stephen Hubbard, an American taken captive by Russian forces years ago in Ukraine.

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Russia frees jailed American Stephen Hubbard, US envoy says

After the meeting, Putin announced the release of Stephen Hubbard, an American taken captive by Russian forces years ago in Ukraine.

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Russia releases imprisoned U.S. citizen Stephen Hubbard following Trump's request

Russian President Vladimir Putin says he has freed an American, Stephen Hubbard, from a Russian prison following a request from President Trump.

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Russia Releases American Stephen Hubbard From Prison, State Media Reports

The move buys good will with President Trump while costing the Russian leader, Vladimir V. Putin, little.

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Russia frees US citizen Stephen Hubbard, state media reports

Stephen Hubbard has been taken to Pulkovo Airport, Putin said during talks with US envoy Steve Witkoff.

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Australian MP Helen Haines, 65, remains in critical condition after a leg was amputated following a deliberate car attack outside her office in Victoria. A suspect, identified by family as Brendan Nugent, is in custody and has been charged; his father said the family had known Haines for more than 20 years. Australia's counterterrorism team was activated after the incident.

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US envoy Witkoff in Russia for Putin peace talks

US special envoy Steve Witkoff is in Russia for talks with President Vladimir Putin in Saint Petersburg, following what Secretary of State Marco Rubio called 'positive' discussions with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in Norway. US outlet Axios reported Witkoff will present an updated peace proposal on ending the war in Ukraine. Jared Kushner is expected to join Wednesday's meeting virtually, a US official told AFP.

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