WNBA Star Brittney Griner Pleads Guilty On Russian Drug Charges

Britney Griner has pleaded guilty to drug charges in a Russian court, potentially facing up to 10 years in prison. Her plea may be a strategic move advised by her lawyers, given the high conviction rate in Russian courts. The US government is involved in negotiations, possibly seeking a prisoner swap. The case is complicated by the tense US-Russia relations, exacerbated by the Ukraine conflict. The Russian Deputy Foreign Minister expressed concerns about the media attention affecting negotiations.

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