Russian court sets criminal trial date for Brittney Griner
Things are going from bad to worse for Brittney Griner.
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Brittney Griner receives WNBA All-Star honor
"It is only fitting that she be named as an honorary starter today and we continue to work on her safe return to the U.S."
Advocacy groups call for President Biden to intervene in Brittney Griner’s release
The groups detailed Griner's "enduring inhumane treatment, deprived of contact with her family" in a letter to Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris.
White House comments on Brittney Griner call “mistake”
"This was an unfortunate mistake."
Russian spokesperson addresses Brittney Griner situation
"She violated Russian law, and now she’s being prosecuted. It’s not about being a hostage."
Brittney Griner’s wife shares frustrating update
"I find it unacceptable and I have zero trust in our government right now."
ESPN reporter explains reality of Brittney Griner ruling
"As experts have said, it's theater, not jurisprudence."
Russian court makes Brittney Griner decision
"We want BG to come home as soon as possible, it’s number one on our list."
Trevor Reed shares message about Brittney Griner
"Every day that you're in prison there, it's like you're waking up to a nightmare."
Brittney Griner’s wife makes request to President Biden
"There is one person that can go get her, and that's our president."
Brittney Griner’s detainment in Russia sees major U.S. government strategy shift
The U.S. government's shift to classifying Griner as "wrongfully detained" paves the way for full public and governmental advocacy on her behalf.
State department provides update on Brittney Griner
"Ms. Griner is doing as well as can be expected.”
Former NCAA basketball star Mo Creek escaped Ukraine: “I was scared to death”
"You had to see the soldiers with guns. You had to see the tanks."
NHL severing relationship with Russia’s KHL following Ukraine invasion
The NHL has reportedly halted communications with the KHL after Russia's invasion of Ukraine.
Roman Abramovich hands over “stewardship and care” of Chelsea to charitable foundation trustees, but that may not mean much
"I have always taken decisions with the Club’s best interest at heart. I remain committed to these values. That is why I am today giving trustees of Chelsea’s charitable Foundation the stewardship and care of Chelsea FC."
