Biden Commends Slovenia's Role in Historic US-Russia Prisoner Swap

President Biden praised Slovenian Prime Minister Robert Golob for facilitating the release of Americans in a major diplomatic exchange with Russia.

President Joe Biden met with Slovenian Prime Minister Robert Golob at the White House to express gratitude for Slovenia's pivotal role in the US-Russia prisoner swap.
The exchange, completed in August, was the largest post-Soviet prisoner swap and involved seven nations, securing the release of 24 individuals, including three Americans.
Slovenia agreed to release two Russian spies as part of the negotiations, demonstrating significant diplomatic cooperation.
The leaders discussed further collaboration on energy security, strategic interests in the Western Balkans, and reaffirmed support for Ukraine against Russian aggression.
Golob has been vocal about the humanitarian crisis in Gaza, urging Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu to halt the conflict during a recent UN address.