U.S. to Release Russian Sailors Following Foreign Ministry Appeal
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The White House decision follows diplomatic contacts between Moscow and Washington. Russian authorities are already preparing arrangements for the sailors’ return home.
U.S. President Donald Trump has decided to release two Russian nationals who were part of the crew of the tanker Marinera after an official appeal from Russia’s Foreign Ministry, according to ministry spokesperson Maria Zakharova.
The Russian Foreign Ministry welcomed the decision and expressed appreciation to the U.S. leadership. Zakharova said that Russia has begun urgent practical work to ensure the swift return of the released citizens to their homeland.
Details regarding the circumstances of their detention and the timeline for their transfer have not been disclosed.
The Russian Foreign Ministry welcomed the decision and expressed appreciation to the U.S. leadership. Zakharova said that Russia has begun urgent practical work to ensure the swift return of the released citizens to their homeland.
Details regarding the circumstances of their detention and the timeline for their transfer have not been disclosed.
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