Jailed ex-US Marine may be near death in Russia, sister, advocacy groups say

Robert Gilman has been fed through a tube for 46 days after falling into a stupor, and advocacy groups say Russia has barred his mother from visiting.

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Advocates for former U.S. Marine held for years in Russia say he is near death

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Jailed ex-US Marine may be near death in Russia, sister, advocacy groups say

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Fox NewsRight· Aug 6, 2026

American ex-Marine feared near death after weeks in catatonic state in Russian prison

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American Near Death In Russian Prison As Family Makes Urgent Plea

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Jailed ex-US Marine may be near death in Russia, sister, advocacy groups say

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