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Russia Insists That Brittney Griner Is a Law Breaker and ‘Not A Hostage’

American basketball star Brittney Griner, who is considered by the U.S. government to be “wrongfully detained”, is suggested to not be described as a “hostage” in Russia, according to a Russian official that spoke with NBC News.

Russian President Vladimir Putin’s spokesman Dmitry Peskov expressed these comments in an exclusive interview with Keir Simmons, publi

Russian authorities made reports that Griner was found in possession of vape cartridges containing cannabis oil. The U.S. State Department has considered Griner to be “wrongfully detained,” and the Special Presidential Envoy for Hostage Affairs is currently involved in her case. 

“The U.S. government is now approaching this as a hostage situation,” Simmons said in a publi

Peskov continued that Griner “violated Russian law and now

Peskov disputed Simmons’ statement saying “I think it is also a terrible message to bring some forbidden essences and materials for this country while trying to build some bridges.” “it is prosecuted by law, so we can do nothing about that.”

According to the Associated Press, news outlets citing Russia’s state-run media organization TASS, have reported that Griner’s detainment was extended by Russian authorities on June 14. The extension will keep her in Russian custody at least until July 2. 

“It’s been 112 days since Brittney Griner was wrongfully detained in Russia. I urge and fully support the efforts of the U.S. Government and NBA Commissioner Adam Silver to bring Brittney home quickly and safely. This is unacceptable,” NBA Star Magic johnson tweeted on June 9.

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