Moscow, Dec 25, 2025 (AFP) - Russia makes 'proposal' to France over jailed researcher

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2025-12-25

Russia has made an offer to France regarding a jailed researcher facing espionage charges that could see him sentenced to 20 years in prison, the Kremlin said Thursday. The surprise public overture prompted hopes from Laurent Vinatier's family that he could soon be freed. It came as Russia and France expressed interest in possible talks between presidents Vladimir Putin and Emmanuel Macron. Macron is "fully mobilised" to obtain Vinatier's release......

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