Russia Frees Gershkovich, Whelan in Big Prisoner Swap (Newser Breaking News)

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August 1, 2024 Sponsored by   Happening Now Russia Frees Gershkovich, Whelan in Big Prisoner Swap Russia has freed Americans Evan Gershkovich and Paul Whelan as part of a large prisoner swap with the West, reports the AP. Turkish officials confirmed the swap on Thursday after reports emerged at Bloomberg and the Daily Beast, among other outlets. Keep reading   From our sponsor Win a $1,500 Wellness Package! Make this summer a self-care summer. We've teamed up with a bunch of great brands to give one lucky winner a prize package that will help them reflect and relax. It includes: $1,000 in cash gift cards, a $250 gift certificate to the Yoga Academy International Retreat, a $250 spa & wellness gift card courtesy of Spa Week Media, two lifetime memberships to Journo Travel Co., and more! Learn More   Most Read in the Last 24 Hours   Manage your subscriptions  |  Unsubscribe from Newser emails  |  Privacy Policy We'd love to hear from you. Send us a note at feedback@newser.com. Read our stories on MSN. Newser, LLC  |  1395 Brickell Avenue  |  Suite 800  |  Miami, Florida  |  33131 © 2024 Newser, LLC. All rights reserved