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Peskov denies political prisoners; Trump envoy floats sanctions-for-release deal

Kremlin spokesman Peskov denies existence of political prisoners in Russia, while Trump's special envoy reportedly proposes releasing such prisoners in exchange for easing sanctions. This marks a potential shift in US-Russia negotiation tactics, linking sanctions relief to prisoner releases, though the denial complicates the proposal's feasibility.

The Insiderabout 6 hours agoRU, USCredibility 48%View source

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#russia #us-russia relations #sanctions #political prisoners #negotiations

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developingGeopolitics5h ago

US Envoy Proposes Sanctions Relief for Russian Prisoner Release

US special representative John Cole, reportedly acting on behalf of the Trump administration, has proposed easing sanctions on Russia in exchange for the release of political prisoners. This emerging proposal, reported by multiple sources, represents a potential shift in US policy, though official confirmation from both sides is lacking, and the Kremlin has denied the existence of political prisoners. The feasibility and scope of such a deal remain uncertain.

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activeGeopoliticsConflict4h ago