16 months in Russian captivity - and this is what the CIA gave him when he was released

American journalist Evan Gershkovich, released after 16 months in Russian captivity, revealed that the CIA included a Viagra pill in the recovery kit he received on the flight back to the US. Gershkovich kept it as a souvenir. He described prison routine, the difficulty of returning to normal life, and a PTSD diagnosis after his release.

American journalist Evan Gershkovich, released after 16 months in Russian captivity, revealed a surprising item from the CIA recovery kit he received on the flight back to the US: a Viagra pill. Gershkovich said he kept the pill as a souvenir of his release. In an interview, he described the prison routine, which included reading, writing, and playing backgammon, and the difficulty of returning to normal life. He was diagnosed with post-traumatic stress disorder and underwent 16 months of psychological treatment. Gershkovich noted that he no longer fears Russian authorities, having exhausted his role as a "useful geopolitical bargaining chip."

16 months in Russian captivity - and this is what the CIA gave him when he was released