Russia releases American teacher imprisoned on Ukraine mercenary charges after Trump pressed Putin

What happened: Russia released Stephen Hubbard, a retired U.S. teacher from Michigan who was imprisoned on charges of fighting as a mercenary in Ukraine, according to U.S. envoy Steve Witkoff. Key numbers: Hubbard was sentenced in 2024 to almost seven years imprisonment. Why it matters: The release came after Trump pressed Putin, per the headline. The report is breaking news and will be updated. Coverage: 6 outlets in 24h

Russia released Stephen Hubbard, a retired U.S. teacher from Michigan who was imprisoned on charges of fighting as a mercenary in Ukraine, according to U.S. envoy Steve Witkoff.

The release came after Trump pressed Putin, per the headline. The report is breaking news and will be updated.