- Viktor Bout was sent back to Russia in a prisoner exchange for Brittney Griner.
- Bout is said to be the most active arms trader in recent memory.
- Defense will work with African allies to grasp global arms trade concerns.
In a prisoner exchange for Brittney Griner, Viktor Bout was sent back to Russia on Thursday. According to the Pentagon, there is some “concerns” that Bout may again resume his involvement in the illegal international armaments trade.
According to the person, the Defense Department will keep collaborating with its allies in Africa to comprehend the current dangers associated with the global arms trade.
“There are a number of actors out there who have influence in the Russian oligarchy,” the official said. “We will continue to work with African partners so that they understand the risks and the threats of the people that they’re working with and the organizations that they’re working with,” the official added.
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