Russia frees former US Marine amid health fears
Former US Marine held in Russia has been released: State Dept
A former US Marine, Robert Gilman, who had been detained by Russia since 2022, was released on Tuesday due to health concerns. President Donald Trump announced the decision on his social media platform, stating that the release was made on humanitarian grounds after discussions with Russian President Vladimir Putin. Gilman was convicted of assaulting a police officer and later sentenced to an additional ten years for violence against prison staff.
His family and advocates had expressed grave concerns over his health, citing that he had been hospitalized for over a month and faced a life-threatening situation.
The US government and Global Reach, an organization dedicated to freeing American prisoners abroad, commended Russia's decision, noting that Gilman was treated inhumanely while in captivity. Gilman's sister, Lexie Hudson, expressed her gratitude to Russia, questioning the motive behind their actions against her brother. Secretary of State Marco Rubio also acknowledged the release, emphasizing the ongoing efforts to secure the return of other unjustly detained Americans, including Stephen Hubbard, who is currently serving a prison term in Russia.
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