Ex-US Marine held in Russia for 4 years released days after falling ‘gravely ill’
The former US marine had been detained in Russia since 2022, where he was initially sentenced to a prison term of three-and-a-half years.
Robert Gilman, a former US Marine, has been released from a Russian prison after a pardon from President Vladimir Putin. Gilman spent over four years in prison under alleged abusive conditions. He fell gravely ill and was at risk of dying, leading to his release. The US President, Donald Trump, credited his discussions with Putin for the release.
Gilman had been convicted of violent offenses in Russia, including assaulting a police officer and prison staff. After his release, he was flown to a US military hospital in Texas for medical and psychological assessment and treatment. Gilman's family joined him in Texas, and he was reportedly walking and talking upon his arrival.
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