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US nears deal to free jailed Americans from Russia
US officials report nearing a deal with Russia to free multiple Americans detained there.
In brief
US officials report nearing a deal with Russia to free multiple Americans detained there. US and Russia are close to a prisoner exchange deal that would free Stephen Hubbard and other Americans held in Russia. Originally reported by ABC7 New York.
US and Russia near deal
US officials say talks with Moscow are in final stages to free multiple Americans detained there.
Stephen Hubbard targeted
Stephen Hubbard, a 72-year-old retired teacher, is the only US citizen officially designated wrongfully detained by the State Department.
Trump discusses deal
Trump said he spoke with Putin about Hubbard at length and called for his return to the US.
Potential prisoner exchange
Russia may receive unspecified concessions in exchange for releasing US citizens held on dubious charges.
Other detainees
At least eight Americans and two dual nationals are detained by Russia including Gordon Black and Michael Leake.
White House response
The White House declined to comment on the potential prisoner exchange deal.
The main idea
US and Russia are close to a prisoner exchange deal that would free Stephen Hubbard and other Americans held in Russia.
