Russian Prosecutors Seek 7-Year Sentence for American Accused of Mercenary Activity

Stephen Hubbard, 72, allegedly fought for Ukraine and faces trial in Moscow, with a verdict expected soon.

Stephen Hubbard, a 72-year-old American, is accused of signing a contract with a Ukrainian defense unit in February 2022.
Hubbard reportedly admitted guilt, but his family doubts the confession, citing his pro-Russian views.
He was captured by Russian forces in April 2022 and is being tried in a closed-door session in Moscow City Court.
Russian prosecutors have requested a seven-year prison term in a maximum-security penal colony for Hubbard.
The U.S. Embassy in Moscow is aware of the case but has not commented further due to privacy restrictions.