American soldier arrested in Russia, accused of stealing, US officials say
Voice of America
FILE - A view of the bridge connecting the Russky Island and Vladivostok, in Russia's far east, is seen on Aug. 26, 2023. An American soldier reportedly has been detained in Vladivostok last Thursday on charges of criminal misconduct.
An American soldier has been arrested in Russia and accused of stealing, according to two U.S. officials.
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