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What will be the outcome of the prisoner swap involving Evan Gershkovich and Paul Whelan by end of 2024?
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Bloomberg Criticized for Breaking Embargo on August 2 Prisoner Swap Story Involving Evan Gershkovich
Aug 2, 2024, 04:05 PM
On August 2, Bloomberg is facing criticism for breaking an embargo to report the news of a prisoner swap involving Evan Gershkovich, Paul Whelan, and others from Russian custody. The White House had asked news outlets to hold their stories until the prisoners were safely in American custody. Bloomberg's decision to publish the story prematurely has sparked backlash, with concerns that it may have risked the entire deal. Media outlets and commentators have labeled Bloomberg's actions as irresponsible and potentially dangerous, emphasizing that the race to be first should not come at the expense of safety.
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