A Russian arms dealer known as the "Merchant of Death" could be exchanged for WNBA star Brittney Griner and retired U.S. Marine Paul Whelan in a prisoner swap.
By Eliza Mackintosh, CNN The future of two American citizens detained in Russia could hinge on the release of a convicted Russian arms dealer, nicknamed the “Merchant of Death” by his accusers, whose life story inspired a Hollywood film.
There is growing speculation that the Russian arms dealer could be released from U.S. prison in exchange for Russia freeing Brittney Griner and Paul Whelan.
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