2 Missing Americans Found In Russian Captivity May Get Death Penalty

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.

What is the situation of the two US military veterans mentioned in the text?

What are the speculations made by pundits on Russian state TV regarding the fate of the two soldiers?

How did the families of the captured men describe the involvement of the State Department?

What was the original intention of at least one of the men who went to Ukraine?

How does the Kremlin's spokesperson classify the two captured Americans, and what implications does this have for their treatment?