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Moscow : The arrest of an American soldier in Russia on theft charges certainly adds to the existing tension between the two countries. The incident highlights the delicate nature of diplomatic relations and the potential for escalation even in individual cases.
There is already tension between America and Russia. Meanwhile, the rift between the two countries has increased further due to the news of the arrest of an American soldier in Russia. The US State Department believes that their soldier has been wrongly arrested.
Russian authorities arrested an American soldier on May 2. The sergeant is stationed in South Korea. He went on a trip to Russia. Russian authorities say his family has been informed.
The US State Department says the soldier had taken leave from South Korea. A counselor is being sent to the soldier. Officials said that nothing is more important than the safety of American citizens abroad. Efforts are being made to send counselors through the US Embassy in Moscow. The identity of the American soldier has not been revealed yet.
