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in late February. The situation has led observers to wonder if the basketball player’s detention is an attempt to retaliate against the U.S., which has led efforts to impose sanctions on Russia amid the conflict.
After Russia confirmed Brittney’s arrest, the Mercury said that the team is “closely monitoring” her situation. “We remain in constant contact with her family, her representation, the WNBA and NBA,” the organization added in a statement on Saturday. “We love and support Britney and at this time our main concern is her safety, physical and mental health and her safe return home.”
“US citizens are not political pawns,” Castro added. “Brittney, Trevor, and other Americans must be safely returned.”
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