2 Missing Americans Found In Russian Captivity May Get Death Penalty

2 Missing Americans Found In Russian Captivity May Get Death Penalty

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Two US veterans fighting for Ukraine were captured by Russian forces and are held by pro-Russian separatists. Russian media speculates they may face the death penalty, as Russia views them as mercenaries. The US State Department is monitoring the situation. The veterans were part of Task Force Baguette, a unit of American and French fighters. The unit's social media shows their equipment, some donated, and their non-standardized uniforms. One veteran went to Ukraine with humanitarian intentions. Russia claims they don't qualify for Geneva Convention protections, and their situation remains dangerous.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main concern discussed on Russian TV regarding the captured US veterans?

Their return to the US

Their possible death penalty

Their health condition

Their potential release

2.

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30 sec • 1 pt

What is the name of the unit that the captured Americans were part of?

Task Force Alpha

Task Force Delta

Task Force Bravo

Task Force Baguette

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What type of vehicles does Task Force Baguette use?

Repurposed pickup trucks and SUVs

Armored tanks

Military helicopters

Standardized military jeeps

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does the Kremlin classify the captured US veterans?

As diplomats

As soldiers of fortune

As humanitarian workers

As prisoners of war

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

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What is the US State Department's current response to the Kremlin's classification of the captured veterans?

They have not responded yet

They have issued a strong protest

They have secured their release

They have confirmed the classification