US Soldier Detained in Russia


NBC News reported:

A U.S. soldier was detained in Russia over the weekend, according to four U.S. officials.

He had been stationed in Korea and traveled to Russia on his own and not on official business.

The soldier is accused of stealing from a woman.

The U.S. Army did not immediately return a request for comment.

The soldier, who officials did not name, is one of a number of Americans detained in Russia, including several civilians.

National Security spox John Kirby said the White House is aware of reports that a US soldier was detained in Russia.

https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/politics-news/us-soldier-detained-russia-officials-say-rcna150928

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