What is the official ID of this bill?
The official print number for this legislation is SRES 629.
US Senate Condemns Russia's Arbitrary Arrests of Citizens and Demands Release.
The US Senate officially condemns Russia for the arbitrary arrest and continued detention of American citizens, including journalists and teachers, under fraudulent charges. The resolution emphasizes that these individuals are being used as political pawns or hostages, posing a significant risk to the safety of Americans abroad. It urges the State Department to designate more detainees as wrongfully held and demands their immediate release.
Key points
The US government officially labels the detention of American citizens in Russia as "hostage taking" for political leverage.
The Senate calls for the immediate and unconditional release of five US citizens and one permanent resident, including Evan Gershkovich and Paul Whelan.
The resolution urges the State Department to formally designate additional individuals (Kurmasheva, Fogel, Khavana, Kara-Murza) as wrongfully detained, increasing diplomatic efforts for their return.
Status:
Expired
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