American-Russian Ballerina Detained in Russia on Treason Charges: What You Need to Know
Ksenia Khavana, a Russian-American ballet dancer, has been detained in Russia on charges of treason, accused of collecting money for the Ukrainian military and attending pro-Ukraine rallies in the U.S. She faces up to 20 years in prison if convicted. Khavana's employer and family express concern for her well-being, while the U.S. government seeks more information and consular access to her. The arrest comes amid heightened tensions between Russia and the West, and follows the detention of a Wall Street Journal reporter on espionage charges.
