Breaking news: Russian scientist released after 4 months in federal custody

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June 12, 2025, 12:58 p.m. ET

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Russian Scientist Released After 4 Months in Federal Custody

Kseniia Petrova, a Harvard researcher, was freed on bail, but still faces criminal charges for failing to declare scientific samples at customs.

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