Bout’s defense team appeals 25-year prison term

The attorney for Russian businessman Viktor Bout say his conviction was revenge conducted for political or personal reasons and is unprecedented in US history.

January 31, 2013 11:22

US rejects Russia’s extradition request for jailed businessman Bout

The US Justice Department has turned down Russia’s request to extradite businessman Viktor Bout, currently serving a 25-year prison term. Moscow condemned the decision, saying it will continue to advocate for Bout.

November 10, 2012 10:50

US pressured Thai officials in Bout extradition case – attorney

The defense team of Russian businessman Viktor Bout claim US authorities used bribery and intimidation to get a 2010 extradition order from a Thai court.

October 12, 2012 09:12

Russia officially requests US to hand over Bout

The Russian Justice Ministry has officially requested that businessman Viktor Bout, currently serving a 25-year prison term in the United States, is sent to his homeland to complete his sentence.

August 23, 2012 14:59

Bout says ‘yes’ for Russia to ask US for extradition

Moscow will shortly file a request to the American Department of Justice for the extradition of Viktor Bout back to his homeland. The Russian businessman was sentenced to 25 years in prison in the US.

August 21, 2012 09:38

Viktor Bout's legal battle takes Bangkok bounce

Thai lawyers for the Russian businessman charged by a US court with 'conspiracy to kill Americans' are awaiting a court hearing in which they will fight to prove the illegality of Bout's extradition to the US from Thailand.

July 23, 2012 10:57