Who is Robert Gilman, former US Marine released from ‘wrongful detention’ in a Russian prison after more than 4 years?
Robert Gilman, a US military veteran imprisoned in Russia since 2022, was released on humanitarian grounds after his health deteriorated. US President Trump confirmed his return home, saying no exchange occurred and that Gilman requested a cheeseburger upon arrival.
Robert Gilman, a 32-year-old former Marine and teacher from Massachusetts, has been released from a Russian prison after spending over four years in detention. Trump announced Gilman's release on Tuesday, stating that he spoke with Russian President Vladimir Putin about the matter. Gilman was imprisoned in 2022 and accused of assaulting a police officer while intoxicated on a train, a claim his family denies.
He was initially sentenced to 3.5 years but his term was extended multiple times, including charges of attacking a prison inspector and assaulting a guard. His health critically deteriorated while in custody, leading to a catatonic state and requiring tube-feeding. Gilman is currently receiving medical and psychological assessment at a military hospital in Texas.
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