In a landmark moment of successful diplomacy, American citizen Marc Fogel has been released from Russian detention after three and a half years. His return marks the fulfillment of a commitment made by President Donald J. Trump to the Fogel family and the broader American public.
“Promises made, promises kept. President Trump assured the Fogel family that Marc would be brought home, and today, that promise has been realized,” said Secretary of State Marco Rubio. “Marc is finally free and on his way back to the United States, reuniting with his loved ones after a long and unjust imprisonment.”
The release of Marc Fogel underscores the ongoing challenges faced by American citizens wrongfully detained abroad. Secretary Rubio emphasized that while this is a victory, the work is far from over. “We remain steadfast in our commitment to securing the release of all U.S. citizens unjustly held in Russia and elsewhere,” he stated.
The U.S. government, through high-level diplomatic negotiations, worked tirelessly to facilitate Fogel’s release. His freedom serves as a testament to the administration’s unwavering efforts to bring Americans home and to uphold justice for those wrongfully detained overseas.
As Marc Fogel reunites with his family, the U.S. government reaffirms its pledge to continue advocating for those still held abroad, ensuring that no American is left behind.