The Guardian
Stephen Hubbard recounts doubts before release from Russian prison
In his first remarks since recently leaving a Russian prison, Stephen Hubbard said he had not trusted repeated assurances that he would be freed. The 74-year-old retired Michigan teacher said receiving new clothes was what finally made him believe his release would happen.
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What to know
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Hubbard had repeatedly been promised release but remained skeptical.
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He said he did not believe he was headed anywhere until he was being taken from Moscow to St Petersburg.
Why it matters
His account offers a personal perspective on the uncertainty he felt before his release.
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