Alexander Vinnik, a Russian national convicted of cybercrime, has returned to Moscow after being released by U.S. authorities as part of a prisoner exchange, according to Russian news agencies.
Vinnik, who pleaded guilty in May 2024 to conspiracy to commit money laundering, arrived at Moscow’s Vnukovo Airport on Thursday night, aviation officials confirmed.
His lawyer stated that his flight originated from Istanbul, Türkiye, following his release under a U.S.-Russia exchange agreement.
Vinnik was previously accused of operating BTC-e, a now-defunct cryptocurrency exchange linked to money laundering and cyber fraud. His extradition and conviction were part of long-running legal battles involving the U.S., France, and Russia.
Russian officials have not provided details on the terms of his release, but his return marks another high-profile swap between Washington and Moscow amid ongoing diplomatic tensions.
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U.S. President Donald Trump dismissed Ukraine’s concerns over being excluded from U.S.-Russia talks in Riyadh and said he would not oppose European peacekeepers in Ukraine.
Rick Buckler, drummer of The Jam, has died at 69, his former bandmate Paul Weller confirmed.
Germany’s conservative CDU and its Bavarian CSU sister party lead the polls ahead of the February 23 election. Their campaign manifesto focuses on tax cuts, stricter migration controls, expanded defense, and pro-business reforms.
Canadian investigators recovered the black boxes from a Delta Air Lines regional jet that flipped upside down upon landing at Toronto's Pearson Airport, injuring 21 of the 80 passengers on board.
U.S. President Donald Trump outlined a series of key policy moves, announcing expanded access to in vitro fertilization (IVF), a potential block on Venezuelan oil exports, a 25% auto tariff, and a restriction on Elon Musk’s involvement in space-related government decisions.
U.S. President Donald Trump dismissed Ukraine’s concerns over being excluded from U.S.-Russia talks in Riyadh and said he would not oppose European peacekeepers in Ukraine.
Rick Buckler, drummer of The Jam, has died at 69, his former bandmate Paul Weller confirmed.
Germany’s conservative CDU and its Bavarian CSU sister party lead the polls ahead of the February 23 election. Their campaign manifesto focuses on tax cuts, stricter migration controls, expanded defense, and pro-business reforms.
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Russian President has invited his U.S. counterpart, along with leaders from many other countries to Moscow in May to attend the 80th anniversary of the end of World War II, which Russians refer to as the "Great Patriotic War."
Public sector strikes are causing major disruptions across Germany, including halted public transport in Frankfurt, as workers demand higher pay and better conditions.
Estée Lauder and L’Oréal are facing challenges in the Chinese market as local beauty brands gain popularity. Rising competition, shifting consumer preferences, and economic factors have impacted sales, forcing global cosmetics giants to adapt their strategies.
USAID has long promoted itself as a supporter of press freedom, but reports suggest its media funding may have influenced domestic narratives in Europe and post-Soviet states. With the Trump administration freezing its grants, the agency’s role in shaping global information is under scrutiny.
Canadian investigators recovered the black boxes from a Delta Air Lines regional jet that flipped upside down upon landing at Toronto's Pearson Airport, injuring 21 of the 80 passengers on board.
U.S. President Donald Trump outlined a series of key policy moves, announcing expanded access to in vitro fertilization (IVF), a potential block on Venezuelan oil exports, a 25% auto tariff, and a restriction on Elon Musk’s involvement in space-related government decisions.
U.S. President Donald Trump dismissed Ukraine’s concerns over being excluded from U.S.-Russia talks in Riyadh and said he would not oppose European peacekeepers in Ukraine.
Germany’s conservative CDU and its Bavarian CSU sister party lead the polls ahead of the February 23 election. Their campaign manifesto focuses on tax cuts, stricter migration controls, expanded defense, and pro-business reforms.
The U.S. and Russia will hold more talks on ending the war in Ukraine, despite Kyiv’s exclusion and European concerns over U.S. concessions to Moscow. Russia hardened its stance, demanding NATO formally withdraw its 2008 pledge to admit Ukraine.
Canadian investigators recovered the black boxes from a Delta Air Lines regional jet that flipped upside down upon landing at Toronto's Pearson Airport, injuring 21 of the 80 passengers on board.
U.S. President Donald Trump outlined a series of key policy moves, announcing expanded access to in vitro fertilization (IVF), a potential block on Venezuelan oil exports, a 25% auto tariff, and a restriction on Elon Musk’s involvement in space-related government decisions.
U.S. President Donald Trump dismissed Ukraine’s concerns over being excluded from U.S.-Russia talks in Riyadh and said he would not oppose European peacekeepers in Ukraine.
Rick Buckler, drummer of The Jam, has died at 69, his former bandmate Paul Weller confirmed.
Germany’s conservative CDU and its Bavarian CSU sister party lead the polls ahead of the February 23 election. Their campaign manifesto focuses on tax cuts, stricter migration controls, expanded defense, and pro-business reforms.
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