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US Army Halts Pay for Soldier Imprisoned in Russia — Senior Defense Official: Consequences For 'Unacceptable Behavior' Will Mirror Those Faced By Private That Entered Kim Jong Un's North Korea
Tuesday, July 30, 2024 - 9:25pm | 602The U.S. Army has put a halt to the salary and allowances of a soldier currently imprisoned in Russia. The soldier is expected to face prosecution upon his return to the United States, officials have stated. What Happened: Staff Sergeant Gordon Black, 34, who is currently serving a sentence in...
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US Soldier Sentenced To Nearly 4 Years In Russian Prison On Charges Of Theft And Murder Threats
Wednesday, June 19, 2024 - 7:49am | 544A U.S. soldier was found guilty of theft and threatening murder in Russia. The soldier, Staff Sgt. Gordon Black, has been sentenced to nearly four years in prison. What Happened: The 34-year-old soldier was arrested in Vladivostok, Russia, last month after his girlfriend accused him of theft. Black...