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The Historic U.S.-Russia Prisoner Swap

The Journal.

CHAPTER

Geopolitics and Criminality: The U.S.-Russia Prisoner Swap

This chapter examines the intricate dynamics of a U.S.-Russia prisoner swap involving the notorious hitman Vadim Krasikov, whose connection to Putin complicates negotiations. It explores how geopolitical events and personal appeals from families of political prisoners influence the high-stakes discussions around international exchanges.

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