Extended interview: Son of freed American Stephen Hubbard, Fr. Joseph Coleman, on father's release

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Fr. Joseph Coleman, son of recently freed American Stephen Hubbard, and Hubbard’s lawyer, Martin De Luca, spoke to CBS News’ Olivia Rinaldi about Hubbard’s release from Russian custody following over four years in jail. The interview covers the details surrounding Hubbard's imprisonment and his journey back home.

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On October 21, 2026, Russian President Vladimir Putin announced the release of Stephen Hubbard, a 74-year-old American citizen held since April 2022 on charges of mercenary activity in Ukraine, during talks with US envoy Steve Witkoff in St. Petersburg. Huber was freed after serving nearly seven years of a prison sentence and arrived back in the United States on October 22. Hubbard's sister Patricia stated that he had no prior knowledge of his release until seeing an American flag on board the plane taking him to Pulkovo Airport. US President Donald Trump praised Putin for releasing Hubbard, highlighting it as a diplomatic victory despite criticism over Trump’s recent actions benefiting Russia and straining ties with Ukraine.

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Extended interview: Son of freed American Stephen Hubbard, Fr. Joseph Coleman, on father's release

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