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A complex negotiation led by President Biden secured the release of Americans, including journalist Evan Gershkovich, in exchange for Russian spies and criminals.
- The exchange included a total of 24 prisoners, with 16 freed by Russia and 8 by the US and European allies.
- Evan Gershkovich, Paul Whelan, and other detainees were part of the largest prisoner swap since the Cold War.
- The deal was made possible through extensive diplomacy involving multiple countries, including Germany and Turkey.
- President Biden's administration faced challenges, including the death of Alexei Navalny, which nearly derailed the negotiations.
- Freed prisoners are now undergoing recovery programs to help them readjust to normal life.
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- Joe Biden 46th U.S. President
- Alexei Navalny Russian lawyer
- United States Country in North America
- Russia Country
- Evan Gershkovich American journalist and reporter
- Germany Country in Europe
- Turkey Country in the Middle East
- Cold War War
- Europe Continent
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