A US military veteran is heading to Texas for medical care. He had been detained in Russia for over four years. The veteran's family, including his mother, is reunifying with him in Texas.

His health is a concern, and he will undergo evaluation and treatment at a US military hospital. The veteran's release comes after years of disputed charges and harsh treatment. Further information about his case is available from groups involved in his release, such as Global Reach, which works to free American detainees abroad.