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international-news1 year ago•2 min saved

"US Soldier Faces Trial in Russia for Threatening Girlfriend"

U.S. Army staff sergeant Gordon Black, stationed in South Korea, is on trial in Vladivostok, Russia, for allegedly stealing from and threatening to kill his Russian girlfriend. Black, who was detained on May 2, pleaded guilty to theft but has yet to enter a plea for the threat charges. The Pentagon noted he violated army rules by traveling to Russia without authorization. His estranged wife and mother described his relationship with the Russian woman as tumultuous and sometimes violent.

via Reuters|

#international-news #russia #theft

crime1 year ago•1 min saved

Ex-U.S. Soldier Extradited from Ukraine for Double Murder in Florida

Former U.S. soldier Craig Austin Lang, accused of an international crime spree including murder and robbery, has been extradited from Ukraine to Florida. Lang, who joined a far-right Ukrainian militant group after being dishonorably discharged from the U.S. Army, faces multiple charges in three states. He pleaded not guilty in his first court appearance.

via The Washington Post|

#crime #extradition #international-crime-spree

crime1 year ago•6 min saved

Ex-Soldier Extradited from Ukraine to US for 2018 Double Homicide and Robbery

Former U.S. soldier Craig Austin Lang has been extradited from Ukraine to the U.S. to face charges including double homicide, armed robbery, and identity theft across three federal districts. Lang, along with co-defendant Alex Jared Zwiefelhofer, allegedly committed a series of crimes, including the murder of a Florida couple in 2018. Lang's extradition follows a rejected appeal to the European Court of Human Rights, and he now faces multiple charges that could result in life imprisonment.

via Department of Justice|

#armed-robbery #crime #double-homicide

politics2 years ago•2 min saved

"US Army Charges Soldier Travis King with Desertion for Entering North Korea"

Pvt. Travis T. King, the American soldier who crossed into North Korea in July and returned to the United States last month, has been charged with desertion, assaulting other soldiers, and child pornography. The charges were filed by officials at Fort Bliss, and King is currently being held at a civilian jail near Fort Bliss. His mother expressed concern about his mental health and stated that she believes something happened to him while he was deployed. King's time in North Korea remains largely unknown, but he was expelled by North Korean officials in late September for "illegally intruding" into their territory.

via The New York Times|

#assault #child-pornography #desertion

crime2 years ago•2 min saved

"US Soldier Travis King Charged with Desertion for Running into North Korea"

U.S. soldier Pvt. 2nd Class Travis King, who fled to North Korea and was expelled in September, has been charged with desertion, assaulting fellow soldiers, and soliciting child pornography. King is accused of running across the border into North Korea from South Korea, where he was stationed, and is also facing charges related to attempting to escape from U.S. military custody, violating curfew, striking military personnel, and drinking alcohol against orders. His legal team is requesting fair treatment and a presumption of innocence, expressing concern about his mental health. King's mother supports him and looks forward to his day in court.

via NBC News|

#child-pornography #crime #desertion

international-relations2 years ago•4 min saved

US Soldier Travis King Returns Home After North Korea's Unexpected Release

Private Travis King, the US soldier who ran into North Korea in July, has been expelled by North Korea into China and is now in US custody, heading home. The rare example of cooperation between the US, North Korea, and China follows months of intense diplomacy. King, who entered North Korea illegally, claimed he did so due to disillusionment with unequal US society. He was retrieved by the Swedish government, representing US interests in North Korea, and brought to China before being flown to South Korea. US officials stated that no concessions were made to North Korea in exchange for King's release.

via Reuters|

#china #diplomacy #expulsion

world2 years ago•4 min saved

Travis King, U.S. soldier who crossed into North Korea, returns to U.S. custody

U.S. soldier Travis King, who crossed the border from South Korea into North Korea in July, has been deported by North Korea and is now back in U.S. custody. North Korea claimed that King confessed to entering the country illegally. He was first sent to China before being transferred to U.S. custody. There were no concessions made by the U.S. to secure his release. King appeared to be in good health and spirits upon his return.

via CBS News|

#deportation #north-korea #travis-king

international-affairs2 years ago•2 min saved

US Soldier Travis King Returns to American Custody After Crossing into North Korea

Travis King, the U.S. soldier who ran across the border into North Korea in July, is now back in U.S. custody after being transferred from China. North Korea had previously announced its intention to expel King, claiming he had illegally intruded into the country. U.S. officials negotiated his release through channels including Swedish diplomats, as the two countries do not have diplomatic relations. King, who had experienced racism in the Army, had skipped his flight back to the U.S. and crossed the border into North Korea. He will receive medical and psychological attention before further decisions are made regarding his case.

via NPR|

#diplomatic-relations #international-affairs #north-korea

international-relations2 years ago•3 min saved

"North Korea Accuses US Army of Racism in Soldier's Case"

North Korea claims that US soldier Travis King crossed into its territory due to "inhuman maltreatment and racial discrimination" in the army. The 23-year-old private, who had expressed a desire to seek refuge in North Korea, crossed the border from South Korea last month. The US government has not been able to verify these claims, and their priority is to bring Private King home safely. Prior to his border crossing, Private King had served two months in detention in South Korea for assault charges. His family has stated that he experienced racism in the army, and they are desperate for answers regarding his disappearance.

via BBC|

#army #border-crossing #international-relations

military2 years ago•0 min saved

Tragic Accident Claims US Soldier's Life on German Highway

A U.S. soldier from the 2nd Cavalry Regiment died after a civilian truck collided with his Stryker armored vehicle on a highway in southern Germany. The soldier was treated by civilian medics but was pronounced dead at a local hospital. No other soldiers in the military vehicle were injured. Further details are being withheld pending notification of next of kin.

via ABC News|

#2nd-cavalry-regiment #germany #highway-accident

military2 years ago•1 min saved

Tragic Collision Claims US Soldier's Life on German Highway

A 24-year-old US soldier was killed when the armored vehicle she was traveling in collided with a civilian semitruck on a highway in Germany. The soldier, who was looking out of the roof hatch at the time of the collision, was struck in the head by the heavy hatch and later died in the hospital. This marks the second tactical vehicle crash involving Army troops in Bavaria in less than a week during training, and the third motor vehicle-related death of a US soldier in the German state this year.

via Stars and Stripes|

#armored-vehicle #germany #highway-collision

international-affairs2 years ago•3 min saved

Travis King's Family Pleads for Safe Return from North Korea

The family of Travis King, the US soldier who crossed into North Korea, is expressing anguish and calling for his return. King's sister and uncle pleaded with the US government to do more to bring him home, stating that they are suffering every moment he remains away. King's sudden dash into North Korea has left his family mystified, as he had been looking forward to returning to the US. The family hopes that the US government is working diligently to secure his release. They have also been in touch with the parents of Otto Warmbier, who died after being held in North Korea, and fear for King's well-being.

via NBC News|

#dmz-incident #family-plea #international-affairs

international-relations2 years ago•3 min saved

UN Command Engages in Dialogue with North Korea over Detained US Soldier

The United Nations has confirmed that it is engaged in dialogue with North Korea regarding the return of American soldier Travis King, who was detained after crossing the heavily armed border between the Koreas. The well-being of Pvt. King remains the U.N. Command's primary concern, and communication lines have been established at the Joint Security Area to initiate the process of returning him to the U.S. North Korea has remained publicly silent about King, while U.S. officials have expressed frustration over the lack of information. The dialogue comes amid high tensions in the Korean Peninsula, with North Korea conducting military demonstrations and the U.S. sending naval assets to counter nuclear threats.

via Fox News|

#detention #dialogue #international-relations

international-relations2 years ago•2 min saved

"UN Command Engages in Dialogue with North Korea over Detained US Soldier"

The United Nations Command (UNC) has confirmed that a "conversation has commenced" with North Korea regarding US Army Pvt. Travis King, who crossed the border into North Korea last week. King, who had a history of assault and was facing disciplinary action, was meant to return to the US the day before the incident. The case is still under investigation, and the UNC is prioritizing King's welfare. The UNC controls the South Korean side of the Joint Security Area, where the North and South can meet for talks. King's reasons for crossing into North Korea remain unknown, and his current status or condition has not been disclosed by North Korea.

via CNN|

#demilitarized-zone #international-relations #joint-security-area

international-relations2 years ago•2 min saved

Concerns Mount Over US Soldier's Fate in North Korea

The head of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, Rep. Michael McCaul, expressed concern that North Korea may try to "exact a price" over the suspected defection of US Army soldier Travis King. McCaul believes King made a serious mistake and hopes to secure his return. He highlighted the pattern of countries like Russia, China, and Iran demanding concessions when they capture American soldiers. King crossed the demilitarized zone while facing disciplinary proceedings and may have been trying to evade his problems. McCaul emphasized the need for the US to project strength in the face of North Korean and Chinese aggression.

via New York Post |

#concern #defection #house-foreign-affairs-committee