United States offers deal to Russia for Brittney Griner !!

United States offers deal to Russia for release of WNBA star

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Deal of Homecoming of star Britteny Griner and another incarcerated American, Paul Whelan.

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Two-time Olympic gold medalist Brittney Griner, facing a trial on drug charges.

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Griner has been held in detention for drug possession since February.

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Griner was arrested in Moscow after officials found two cannabis vape cartridges in her baggage.

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While the other american Whelan has been held in Russia for espionage since 2018.

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According to the deal, Russia will release Griner and Whelan in exchange for Victor Bout.

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Victor Bout, a Russian arms smuggler imprisoned in the US.

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Griner's case has attracted national attention as players, general public have called for his release.

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Griner, 31, could face up to 10 years in prison if convicted.

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