Russia gives Snowden permanent residency

U.S. whistleblower Edward Snowden (37), who has been in exile in Russia since 2013, has been granted permanent residency in Russia. He’s now on the path to Russian citizenship if he desires it.

From Reuters:

U.S. authorities have for years wanted Snowden returned to the United States to face a criminal trial on espionage charges brought in 2013.

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Source: https://boingboing.net/2020/10/22/russia-gives-snowden-permanent-residency.html
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