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OSCE calls on Russia to release Sentsov, Sushchenko following Ukraine's step on Vyshinsky

Vyshinsky was released from custody as part of the process of exchange of held persons between Ukraine and Russia, the Prosecutor General's Office has confirmed to UNIAN.

14:00, 29.08.2019

Sentsov transferred to Moscow – source

Earlier, Russia's RIA Novosti Ukraine office ex-chief editor Kirill Vyshinsky was released from custody in Kyiv, which the PGO said was part of the ongoing process of held persons exchange between Ukraine and Russia.

11:17, 29.08.2019

Sentsov not included in swap list – Russian media

It is also reported the prisoner swap may take place before the end of summer.

11:27, 23.08.2019

Russian ombudswoman reacts to idea of Sentsov-Vyshinsky swap

Moskalkova said Vyshinsky should be released unconditionally.

15:25, 19.07.2019

Zelensky declares readiness to swap Sentsov for Vyshinsky

The Ukrainian film director and Russian TV propagandist should be released simultaneously.

11:30, 19.07.2019

Zelensky's office offers Kremlin to simultaneously free Russia's Vyshinsky and Ukraine's Sentsov

Russian presidential press secretary Dmitry Peskov noted that the first step to start normalizing relations between Russia and Ukraine could be the transfer of Vyshinsky to Russia.

00:50, 19.07.2019

MFA Ukraine once again calls on Russia to release Sentsov

Today the Ukrainian filmmaker marks his 43rd birthday.

15:58, 13.07.2019

Activists urge Mogherini to take "important steps" for release of Ukrainian political prisoner held in Russia

On the eve of EU-Ukraine summit, hosted by Kyiv on July 8, Matviychuk published a draft appeal on her Facebook page.

19:40, 07.07.2019

Putin on Vyshinsky-for-Sentsov swap: "We have not forgotten"

Putin had a Q&A session with journalists after the Direct Line event on June 20.

11:00, 21.06.2019

Kremlin hostages: Five years of Sentsov and Kolchenko's captivity in Russia (Video)

Today is five years since Oleh Sentsov and Oleksandr Kolchenko have been captured by the Russian Federation.

21:42, 10.05.2019

Activists go on solo pickets in Moscow to support Sentsov (Photo)

They also demanded prisoner exchange between Russia and Ukraine.

21:10, 05.05.2019

Almost 90 Ukrainians behind bars in Russia-occupied Crimea for political or religious reasons

The full list is available on the group's website.

00:50, 04.05.2019

Ukrainian students stage street performance in Paris in support of film director Sentsov

The event was organized by the Ukrainian Leadership Academy, supported by the Save Oleg Sentsov campaign and the Ukrainian Diaspora.

12:16, 12.04.2019

Creators of "Mr Jones" biopic speak up for Oleh Sentsov at Berlinale

Ukraine has already sent Russia hundreds of requests and about 300 diplomatic notes demanding the release of Ukrainian political prisoners.

18:40, 11.02.2019

Imprisoned in Russia Sentsov monitors developments in Ukraine – new letters

Sentsov says he is engaged in sports.

17:59, 21.01.2019

Moscow newspaper publishes Sentsov's letter: "I do not expect good news" in 2019 – media

Ahead of the New Year, Novaya Gazeta published letters penned by several people who were either sentenced, are facing trial, or are under investigation in high-profile cases in Russia that many call politically motivated.

01:45, 29.12.2018

'Sentsov has won,' cousin tells Sakharov Prize ceremony – media (Video)

Sentsov's absence at the Strasbourg ceremony was marked by an empty chair at the center of the plenary session.

17:59, 12.12.2018

European Parliament calls on Russia to free Ukrainian sailors, political prisoners

"There should be sanctions if this does not happen."

02:30, 12.12.2018

European Commissioner calls on Putin to release Sentsov

If released, Sentsov would be able to receive in person the Sakharov Prize at a Strasbourg ceremony Dec 12.

19:40, 08.12.2018

U.S. calls on Russia to free Sentsov, other Ukrainian political prisoners

Sentsov is to be awarded the 2018 Sakharov Prize.

23:45, 06.12.2018

Dozens of cultural figures from different countries call for Sentsov's release

A rally demanding the release of film director Oleh Sentsov will be held in Paris on November 10.

16:20, 10.11.2018

Sentsov in letter to human rights activist: "I feel better, much better"

The letter was dated October 29.

00:58, 02.11.2018

2018 Sakharov Prize to be awarded to Sentsov's lawyer, cousin

The award ceremony will take place in Strasbourg on December 12.

11:22, 26.10.2018

Sentsov should be able to accept Sakharov Prize in person – U.S. Embassy in Ukraine

The diplomats once again called on Russia to release the film director.

23:10, 25.10.2018

Sentsov awarded 2018 Sakharov Prize – journalist

The prize, consisting of a certificate and EUR 50,000, will be handed over in an official ceremony in Strasbourg on December 12.

14:05, 25.10.2018

Sentsov likely to win 2018 Sakharov Prize – journalist

The finalists for the 2018 Sakharov Prize are: Oleh Sentsov, 11 NGOs saving migrant lives across the Mediterranean Sea and Nasser Zefzafi.

12:27, 23.10.2018

Sentsov may not survive after hunger strike, cousin says – media

Russian authorities have not commented publicly on Kaplan's statement.

19:53, 16.10.2018

UK Foreign Secretary endorses Sentsov nomination for Sakharov Prize

The finalists for the 2018 Sakharov Prize for Freedom of Thought are: Oleg Sentsov, 11 NGOs saving migrant lives across the Mediterranean Sea and Nasser Zefzafi.

21:10, 12.10.2018

Ukrainian film director Sentsov starts writing new script in Russian jail

Maksimenko also assured the doctors were constantly monitoring Sentsov's state of health.

14:22, 08.10.2018

Russian penitentiary agency confirms forced feeding could be applied to Sentsov

If he had continued to refuse to eat, Sentsov could have become not just a 'vegetable,' but even a 'plant.'

12:17, 08.10.2018

EU stands in solidarity with Sentsov

The EU considers the case to be in breach of international law and elementary standards of justice.

10:16, 08.10.2018

Amnesty International Ukraine about Sentsov: Forced feeding is torture

Sentsov on Friday announced the end of hunger strike from October 6 because of possible forced feeding.

13:22, 06.10.2018

Sentsov announces end of hunger strike from Oct 6 because of possible forced feeding

Forced feeding is part of resuscitation measures.

18:45, 05.10.2018

Sentsov stops hunger strike – Russian penitentiary agency

Moscow's "best nutritionists" have developed a special diet for the illegally jailed film director to allow for a safe withdrawal from the hunger strike, they say.

10:50, 05.10.2018

ECHR accepts Sentsov's application in case against Russia

The Russian government shall submit its observations in written by January 16.

03:05, 05.10.2018

Russia denies media reports on swap of Sentsov for Russians held in U.S.

At the same time, the Kremlin demands an unconditional release of Kirill Vyshinsky, editor-in-chief of RIA Novosti Ukraine, who was arrested in Ukraine on high treason charges.

16:40, 04.10.2018

Sentsov's condition further deteriorating – lawyer

In the event of critical deterioration of health, Sentsov will be force-fed, Dinze said.

13:20, 04.10.2018

Reports on plans to swap Sentsov for Russians held in U.S. no accidental leak – Ukraine's Klimkin

The foreign minister suggested that Russia seeks to "start bargaining, raising stakes."

11:00, 02.10.2018

Kremlin unaware of plans to swap Sentsov for 3 Russians jailed in U.S. – Putin's spox

Earlier, Russia's Novaya Gazeta newspaper reported on a possibility of such an exchange.

14:00, 01.10.2018

Russia may free Sentsov in exchange for three Russians detained in U.S. – Russian media

Moscow is seeking the extradition of an accused spy, an arms dealer and a drug dealer.

20:40, 30.09.2018

Sentsov transferred to hospital for 'scheduled' health checkup – Russian authorities

Sentsov has been taken to Labytnangi municipal hospital.

19:50, 28.09.2018

Sentsov's recent message from Russian jail: "Nothing lasts forever"

The letter was sent to Russian human rights activist Zoia Svetova.

14:57, 27.09.2018

EU calls on Russia to release Ukrainian filmmaker Oleh Sentsov – media

Kremlin should reconsider case against activist 'on humanitarian grounds,' says Věra Jourová.

09:58, 19.09.2018

Jailed Ukrainian filmmaker Sentsov nominated for Sakharov Prize – media

The laureate is to be announced on October 25.

10:31, 13.09.2018

Lawyer: Hunger-striking Ukraine filmmaker's health in danger – AP

Dinze said that Sentsov is increasingly frail and finds it difficult to get up from his bed.

11:52, 11.09.2018

Sentsov writes will, losing hope of release

Also, the Ukrainian film director wrote he had hypoxia - a lack of oxygen in body organs, "mostly in the heart and brain."

23:18, 10.09.2018

Only 4% of Russians stand for pardoning Sentsov – poll

Besides, 49% said they knew nothing about the situation.

13:20, 05.09.2018

Sentsov loses weight, to 72 kg now – Ukrainian activist

He demands that Russia free all Ukrainian political prisoners.

11:20, 05.09.2018

EU again calls on Russia to free Sentsov

He has been serving his term in a penal colony in the town of Labytnangi, Russia's Yamal.

01:41, 31.08.2018

Protesters call for Sentsov's release outside Russian embassy in Prague – media

The gathering lasted exactly 107 minutes, symbolizing the 107 days that Sentsov has been on a hunger strike in a Siberian prison

13:39, 29.08.2018