President Trump welcomed Ksenia Karelina, a Russian-American woman recently released in a prisoner swap, in the Oval Office, making light of her release amid serious tensions between the U.S. and Russia. Karelina was jailed for allegedly donating $52 to a charity supporting Ukraine, contributing to the growing number of American arrests in Russia. The swap, which involved the release of Arthur Petrov on charges of smuggling, occurs against a backdrop of high-profile exchanges amid increasing diplomatic strains. CIA officials recognized the importance of maintaining communication with Russia during such challenging times.
Ksenia Karelina, a Russian-American ballet dancer convicted of treason for donating $52 to a Ukraine charity, was released in a prisoner swap with the U.S.
CIA Director John Ratcliffe praised the CIA officers involved in Karelina's release, emphasizing the need for communication with Russia despite strained relations.
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