The swap, at a time of heightened tensions over Ukraine, achieved a top goal for President Joe Biden but carried a heavy price.
Basketball
By Vladimir Isachenkov The Associated Press
The eight-time all-star center with the WNBA’s Phoenix Mercury and a two-time Olympic gold medalist, was convicted Aug. 4.
By Jim Heintz The Associated Press
Brittney Griner was convicted Thursday in Russia of drug possession and sentenced to nine years in prison following a politically charged trial.
By Jim Heintz The Associated Press
She has been detained in Russia since February, and the U.S. government is under pressure at home to do more to secure her freedom.
By Jim Heintz The Associated Press
The start date of the criminal trial of U.S. basketball star Brittney Griner is set for July 1.
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