"International Tensions: U.S.-Russian Citizens Detained for Alleged Treason"
Ksenia Karelina, a dual US-Russian citizen, was arrested in Russia on charges of treason for allegedly donating $51 to a Ukrainian charity. Her boyfriend believes she is being used as a pawn by Russian authorities and hopes the US will bring her back. Her arrest is seen as part of Russia's strategy to build leverage with American hostages, as evidenced by the recent detention of American journalist Evan Gershkovich.