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Russia frees American Stephen Hubbard after over 4 years behind bars - AP News
Associated PressWednesday, October 21, 2026 at 8:52 PM
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Russia frees American Stephen Hubbard after over 4 years behind bars AP News
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Russia frees American Stephen Hubbard after over 4 years behind bars AP News
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