Naama Issachar Speaks Out On Life In Russian Detention With Brittney Griner's Trial Ongoing

After learning of WNBA star Brittney Griner’s detention in Russia, Naama Issachar knew she needed to share her story. While traveling in 2019, Issachar had a layover in Moscow. After authorities found cannabis in her bag, she spent the next 10 months in a facility until she was pardoned by President Putin. Issachar tells NBC News’ Kate Snow that she was held in cells with up to 40 other women. Issachar says that she was given food, but not toilet paper or feminine hygiene products, and was taken to a cell with an open air roof for one hour a day.
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[@lovemalika]

Note to self, never travel to Russia, never have lay over in Russia either. I have no desire to go to Russia anyway.

[@bunnylarese2161]

Or maybe go to Russia, but don’t bring drugs?…

[@lovemalika]

@@bunnylarese2161 no, I have no idea if they also plant drugs on people

[@trawlins396]

@@lovemalika 😂😂😂😂. They don't plant drugs. That's something little kids say in order not to accept blame. They have zero reason to "plant". And btw, BG CONFESSED! DUH

[@trawlins396]

@@lovemalika yaw'll are so slow 🙄

[@dlon9067]

I disagree. Russia has many beautiful places to visit. Maybe just don't be an entitled American who thinks they can break laws in foreign nations and get off scot-free.

[@BadMonkeyTouring]

At no point in this interview did she admit that she was guilty. Regardless of intention, the marijuana in her bag was hers, and she knew it.

[@alliea9272]

Yeah, she finessed it , without taking ownership of her guilt. Smart girl.

[@shado9300]

This is a perfect example of just how your life can change on a dime! Ive heard this story again and again, perhaps not this exact way, but still, just so suddenly. we should never take any moments of freedom and comfort for granted.

[@shado9300]

@Jason Davis I agree!

[@yucruuu]

Exactly

[@leagueofotters2774]

@@thedreflacko Yeah, and it looks like it will be a forced labor camp....maybe she will get into shape for once.

[@Laters3]

No we shouldn’t my brother life is to short my friend. My 19 year old daughter has throat cancer my 41 sister has liver cancer and now my 46 brother mite also have cancer to. And in the last 3 weeks Iv lost 4 people I no. Life’s to short my friend liv your life as best you can and spend as much time with your family as you can. And your partner treat with the most respect & love you can. Do what you can to help. Best wishes to you my brother

[@shado9300]

@@Laters3 I'm so very sorry to hear about your losses. I hope you will find whatever comfort you need in such a distressing time. Be blessed

[@jackt3912]

If Putin met her mom, that means her family has A LOT of money. And that’s why she got out.

[@jamesball8519]

Money has nothing to do with it. It's between the 2 governments. You don't think grinder has money and friends with money

[@goneshotboxedinstrumentals5336]

@@jamesball8519 na bro she plays in the WNBA

[@RenoAproblem]

@@goneshotboxedinstrumentals5336 She's Made over 17million playing Basketball. 2 million per annum.

[@carlosmingeli]

Well, she also served in the Israel Army. She was a sniper.

[@bryantucker849]

Maybe ppl. Weren't calling her a political prisoner. And running false narratives.

[@realmommee8093]

I’ve never done drugs but always know what’s in my bag when traveling. I don’t understand how drugs are packed accidentally.

[@TDR-0484]

They're not. She's full of it. Just like Griner. You don't "accidentally" pack drugs into your luggage lol

[@deborahxavier1851]

People have laps in judgement. I don't do drugs

[@TDR-0484]

@@deborahxavier1851 I understand that completely. But I promise you as someone that smokes weed all the time, I know where my weed is at all times. It's not something you just forget about. It's expensive, has a strong odor, is illegal in MANY places, and is valuable to someone that requires weed to help for medical/personal reasons. It's not like forgetting something small like everyone does when traveling. Not to mention someone like Brittney Griner travels constantly for her job, so packing a bag/ travel kit should be second nature to her at this point. It's not like she's taking random things with her everywhere she goes.

[@geddylee7438]

She is LYING. Just like Brittany. IM A VICTIM BS . So old

[@Cwgrlup]

Wow. This woman is a strong person. I don’t know if i could live without toilet paper! But her learning Russian and be kind and positive is a miracle.

[@TheBasher-_-]

I was in a US county Jail. I had to do without toilet paper for about a day. Russia jail for civilians isnt even that bad tbh in comparison, there still a white country, it's not like China or North Korea for non spies or Warmbiers.

[@msross2323]

Her mother brought her those supplies.

[@bettywith2girls]

@@TheBasher-_- OK, soooo I follow a KZbin creator who has been in 3 different jails/prisons in 3 different states and talks about it and prison life on her channel. And she says they do indeed issue you toilet paper...not a lot...but the jails and prisons in the U.S. do indeed provide that to inmates.

[@TheBasher-_-]

@@bettywith2girls They do provide it but what in saying is when I asked a guard for it they didn't bring it untill a whole other day. I was only on there for 2 days over a blunt. Corrections officers slick have a lot of lee way to f u over if they want to or are lazy.

[@rayray3357]

You’re the people who hoard and fight over TP 😤

[@NakedSageAstrology]

*A man pretending to be a woman to compete in professional sports and then gets arrested for smuggling illegal substances into another country deserves the gulag.*

[@alonzokincaid1362]

So the pot just jumped into her bag? Thats a good defense!

[@lgdry90]

It’s hard to believe; an adult, (especially a woman) who’s traveling, doesn’t know what’s in their bag! Period. A slither of fabrication will make you question everything else they’re saying.

[@ameriCAN_Dude]

" I didn't know it was in my suitcase" BS she's full of it

[@Guaicoboi]

Thank You!

[@animalmanodano]

Like she said she didnt deny it was hers she just didn’t travel with it intentionally… But I’m willing to bet she would intentionally smoke it when she got to her destination.

[@Guaicoboi]

@@animalmanodano how ignorant not to know the laws of another Country when traveling there.... didn't travel with it intentionally and didn't deny it was hers just validated the meaning of the word Oxymoron....

[@lgdry90]

@@Vaegon_Targaryen True.. but no, the question IS, is she guilty? NOT how we get our fellow American home.. How many ppl are over here in American serving more time than they should? What we need to do, is really pray for Ukraine once Russia get their man back! The White House should wait until after the War.. This decision could decide it.

[@sylkelster]

I don't understand how people can be so careless as to not know if they are holding dope in their travel bags. During my drug years, many years ago, I always knew exactly where my stash was at all times and quantity. Never made this type of error and I can't fathom how others do.

[@paulgardner5079]

same here.....I smoke weed but I dont even cross state lines

[@retrorapmusic]

Its because people think THEY CAN because they are american.

[@andrewcross8244]

She knew exactly what was in that bag. It was packed in a method where she thought it was hidden. I’ve done it too many times

[@tombusshart3971]

It sounds like ten to fifteen years in a Russian prison could teach Brittney Griner some patriotism towards America.

[@charlesbryson7443]

She knew it was there. She either thought she wouldn’t be caught, or wanted to play the “I’m and American” card.

[@blitzblutz]

I was in Vietnam in the 1990s, traveling with a teacher from Canada. He had parents of students coming all the time to take things to them. One night a little, old lady knocked on the door and handed me this tightly wrapped package. I simply took it without thinking and put it in my luggage. The border guards found it and ripped it open. Fortunately it was only tea in there but it could have been full of drugs! I would never make such a stupid mistake again but I was 20 and naive. The Vietnamese would have executed me and no one would have believed my story.

[@londonvibz73]

This happened to me twice while on vacation. I traveled and found weed when I home. Once in my pocket and another time in my make up bag. The 2nd time I was in shock because I thought I did a thorough search of my things while packing and didn’t find anything. I thank God 🙏🏽it was never detected. I gave up smoking after that🤦🏽‍♀️ life can change in a flash, you can’t take anything for granted!

[@b-vQEVXideVFSCfCoFWw]

Make sure to check what medications are even allowed because in some countries even if you have a legitimate medical prescription (such as ADHD medication) you'd still be arrested!

[@mrsa9130]

I don't believe she didn't know she had a third ounce!!

[@nengxiong9580]

If you think you are Americans and you do whatever you want, you are dead wrong.

[@Peewyld]

Sure.

[@A358M]

American's are seen around the world as most ignorant people. Russia/Putin give 2 fingers she's American ,or basketball player. Far as Russia is concerned, she's got 3 good strikes against her 1. she's a lesbian 2 she's hedius looking 3 she had cannabis on her Everything Russia is against. For fks sake, she refused the American national anthem. Russians are highly proud of their anthem. If she didn't believe in her own country or anthem ,what does it say about her character? Russians see her as a trader of her own country. She is not of importance to Russians. She isn't even a thought for Russians. I'm sure if and when she is released, America will have parades for her,treat and honor her with a heroic welcome. What the heck for? ONLY in America they create fictional heros.

[@shayla106]

@@Peewyld They are right.

[@trusound170]

You're right. Many Americans are very spoiled and arrogant believing they will escape consequences. It's pretty stupid out here.

[@raelexi]

I’m going to be honest, I thought the prison was going to be far worse than what she described. Aside from not having toilet paper and feminine hygiene products of course. I saw a documentary of someone investigating a Russian prison with men (I think it may have been DW News and a French news channel), and there were correctional officers that were torturing them, pining them to the table while raping some of the prisoners, and several other accusations of physical and sexual assault. So when I clicked on this video, I just envisioned the worst possible scenario. I also dont think it’s smart to parade around saying “what a lie,” towards her sentence. Even if she felt that way, and even if she knew about “political moves”, I would keep it to myself. This way it wouldn’t be heard by Russian officials, and they received it as arrogance and not “positivity”. Then they’ll REALLY want to make an example out of foreign prisoners.

[@The-kq4py]

Same thing happens in the U.S HYPOCRITE...

[@dr.patcrnadnap1264]

She didnt get transferred to the penal colony where they are sending Brittany

[@normacolon9618]

I think shriner knows.ans will. Hoose.to be friendly and quiet and be nice as much as she can. I hope they dont have bullies and gangs that will try to hurt.or.look for.teou mw.with grinder or.any american.

[@raelexi]

@@dr.patcrnadnap1264 ah, I see now! So the documentary that I saw was the penal colony. I went back to check it out, and that is where the claims of torture and abuse are stemming from. Wow! That changes a lot of my view point. Thank you for clarifying that bit of information!

[@raelexi]

@@normacolon9618 Right! I hope there aren't any as well. :( That's tough to handle!

[@RoadTripA1A]

How much drugs do you have to be doing to not realize you left drugs in your bag? I just can't imagine forgetting that I am carrying an illegal substance in my bag.

[@matthewhowe3727]

Especially when traveling to foreign countries.

[@MistyinParis-]

She didn't forget . She wants to be seen as a victim . Not a stupid dope head

[@RoadTripA1A]

@@MistyinParis- That seem to backfire...lol

[@ArabianConjure]

@@MistyinParis- dope head? You mean pot head? Here we refer to heroin and crack as dope. It’s pot for goodness sake. I think it’s a little ridiculous for them to take a foreigner to prison for it especially when it’s legal in many countries

[@joesaycanseco7987]

Let’s reverse the scenario: if a Russian athlete came to the United States with an illegal substance/ or broke the law, what do you think would happen? You think our government would be like “oh well, no big deal, give them a 5 star hotel reservation and $20,000 cash to spend at the mall”

[@rebekah7635]

But how is holding someone for 100+ days over a little bit of weed even sensible? She wasn't trafficking, it's a small amount. The wise move is send her home and let her be the US's problem instead of spending to hold her indefinitely. In the US, even in places where weed is still illegal, this would be like probation. Yes it is a different country and she should respect the laws. But potentially 10 years? How is that humane at all?

[@superboyprime4893]

@@rebekah7635 clearly you just learned russia is a country

[@sunnyboi1221]

@@rebekah7635 Yup, welcome to Russia. The US has no jurisdiction in Russia. The US isn't going to assert its dominance in another country, instead, they caution us Americans when going to these countries. Look what happened to the American college student who got arrested in North Korea, came back dead.

[@joesaycanseco7987]

@@rebekah7635 doesn’t matter what you think, different country, different laws. In Singapore if you spit gum on the ground, guess what happens? You get caned/ whipped. Again, when you travel to other countries, so your research. It’s not the the United States.

[@UniqueBreakfastTaco]

@@rebekah7635 there is a large sign in the airports in chyna, "drug trafficking punishable by death". see hun, most people dont care about your liberal sensibilities.

[@tigersforever4577]

Again, knowing how punitive and severe Russian law is, why would anyone run the risk of carrying even a minimal amount of cannabis or anything? How could she not check her luggage?

[@asianconnection7701]

SHE KNEW , another lie .

[@intriguingmind9435]

I feel they were careless what a price to pay for being stupid

[@Jwebb-zh9gj]

Exactly. Sick and tired of this. And the fact she lied (I didn’t know I had it) tells me she didn’t learn anything. Unbelievable.

[@fulanichild3138]

Maybe she was too high to check her luggage.

[@blkprince223]

I wouldn't carry a seed over there

[@murkflow7149]

Lie all you want, nobody forgets their stash 🤣 what do you think is the point of it being in the bag, they wanted to bring the party with em but have no accountability and it’s easier to say “I don’t remember or I didn’t know”

[@murkflow7149]

A Russian prison doesn’t sound fun, they are lying for their life’s but I can’t blame em.

[@dr.lindaf.williams9903]

Why are you all so cynical? Is it difficult to be kind?🤔

[@TDR-0484]

@@dr.lindaf.williams9903 it's not about being kind. It's about the fact that this girl made a big mistake and people are acting like she did nothing wrong. As a habitual smoker myself, you don't "forget" where you put your weed. Like that makes no sense nobody just constantly carries around weed in their luggage, it was put there with a purpose. I've traveled to 3 countries besides the US, and I would NEVER take drugs into those countries. That's just foolish and I'm no genius

[@managed9348]

Spot on mate, “I don’t know” is there number one response when getting caught

[@blkprince223]

I say " I can't recall " and I know Nutting! That's my Sargent Shultz defense.

[@stacyjaye6350]

Funny, I always know where my weed is. 🤔

[@trawlins396]

Exactly 😂😂😂. Everyone does. Ppl need to stop pretending their weed just up and disappeared lol

[@lateshiabrooks2180]

@@trawlins396 lol

[@MistyinParis-]

I put round up on my weed

[@LovelyGreyCat-ew6ur]

@@trawlins396mine does

[@drewgrows7765]

As a American I am particularly offended by non citizens visiting this country and breaking laws. I can understand Russia's stand.

[@a1mi551]

Well your a right winger and would vote for Putin I bet

[@adammiller5166]

@@a1mi551 I think it’s more about right and wrong whether you like it or not.

[@fulanichild3138]

I am an American who lived abroad for 17 years. I managed to stay out of trouble _the entire time._

[@silvercloud9291]

Six minutes into the video I muted the voice and read the captions. Issachar is annoying to listen to. She seems oblivious to the fact that she is the only one responsible for her ending up in jail.

[@tomb9420]

Thats great she learned russian with her spare time. She has really positive attitude and very humble

[@aakksshhaayy]

She had no option but to learn...

[@TheDreamDetective888]

The technique she used was non resistance. Well done.

[@audraeden8923]

Well said. Like that Chinese finger puzzle…the more you resist, the tighter it becomes, the harder the struggle. Let go.

[@dr.patcrnadnap1264]

⭕️REMEMBER: This lady was in a Russian jail. She didnt get transferred to a Penal Colony, where Brittany is headed. So, she really can’t tell you about what Brittany will be going through. ⭕️

[@Jon-zb3ks]

Yea screw her for trying to help

[@wayneallard8957]

Poor Brittney Griner,,, she got what she deserved,,, she hates America until she needs someone from this country to save her,, then she's begging like a little child.. they should have given her 18 years..

[@D-nice1976]

What is a penal colony

[@wayneallard8957]

@@D-nice1976 it's where they keep the most dangerous people in society locked up.. and most of them are all Democrats..

[@abdirahmanidris290]

​@@D-nice1976 an area of land that is used as a prison labour camp.

[@mikeduffy4589]

She went from India where weed is mostly illegal, where a person can be convicted for years. To Russia where its 100% illegal. I don't buy that she didn't know she had 10 grams of weed with here, people know when they have 10 grams.. 2019 Russia wasn't as hostile towards the US as they are now .

[@aprilcaesar8286]

You need to listen before making comments. Not once did she or anyone else claimed she was in possession of weed.. 🙄

[@mikeduffy4589]

@@aprilcaesar8286 Naama Issachar was caught with 1/3 of an ounce of Cannabis (WEED) about 10 grams 0:52

[@daixer3156]

For reals. Any pot head pays attention where their illegal weed is. It's like the one thing that stands out in one's brain 🧠 and always thinking of where it is. Especially that amount. Not too much but enough to pay attention where it is. Whoopsie, daisie!! I forgot cuz she must of had Ounces or Pounds to not care for the small amount is.

[@msreen269]

@@daixer3156 so just maybe she wasn’t a “pot head”

[@bettywith2girls]

@@aprilcaesar8286 What -I- got from her interview was that she admitted that it was her weed, but that she didn't purposely put it in her suitcase knowing that it might be illegal in Russia. But she did admit that it was her weed. Sort of the same thing as the WNBA player said.

[@trawlins396]

She clearly has a problem with accountability. Both her AND BG

[@shroomgod1990]

You heard her she said it was an accident give her a break 😂 stupid 😂

[@vespasianflavius8778]

Countries have these things called LAWS. You really have to stop and check your privilege if you think they should not apply to you.

[@NadiaAria]

But they Dope up all their athletes and they get banned from the Olympics the irony 🤔

[@vespasianflavius8778]

@@NadiaAria Typical racist, it is okay for Russia to get caught and held accountable but not Brittany. Seriously check your privilege Laquisha.

[@eugenebdotson7363]

If there's any of you Democrats left with any brains to save the country you must vote Red to try save the country and if you don't bidens cartel team is going to start World War III and then you won't be able to go to Grandma's house for pie the end !

[@tshirtandtimbs]

Where did that come from?....come on people, you have to be accountable for trying to conceal your personal drugs in your luggage and getting caught crossing the border of a foreign country 🤔

[@1sandinista]

Respect other countries laws. Just because you're America doesn't excuse you if you commit a crime. Both she and Griner committed a crime.

[@Guaicoboi]

Absolutly agree with you.

[@johndurante2322]

Agree!

[@edgehodl4832]

zero accountability taken still, "i didnt know i smuggling drugs", here is an advice, dont brreak law when goong to other countries

[@raisedright435]

I’ve never had a bag of weed just mysteriously sneak itself into my suitcase. Not sure how it’s happened to this girl & BG… 🤷🏻‍♀️

[@jasoneaton9477]

You been there 7 years and don't know the laws?? Ok ..here's a lesson

[@jasoneaton9477]

@Key West well.. she shoulda read the fine print .. no drugs

[@StephenASmithESPN]

I believe she was sentenced to 7 years and said she didn't believe she was going serve that long at all. She said she didn't speak Russian until she was in jail and can now read books that are in Russia

[@danceforeverkid]

Jason. No. She was sentenced 7 years. She was traveling through Russia.

[@jasoneaton9477]

@@danceforeverkid it doesn't matter much anymore " it: " got outta jail.. dammitt

[@shroomgod1990]

This girls response is outrages. 🤦‍♂️ Seeing this in hindsight she needed a little bit of more humbling

[@cassidydunn3218]

a tad....smh

[@soupnfresh]

She has probably killed people so she views the world differently.

[@shroomgod1990]

@@caitlynlivingston7272 knowledge of life

[@fredwilliamson2225]

Since its NBC I'll take this interview with a grain of Salt.

[@trusound170]

I don't wish this on anyone, BUT... ignorance isn't an excuse. Unless someone planted that in her bag, she knew she was travelling internationally and should have had the brains to check her bag for any thing that would be illegal. No one should assume their bag doesn't have some little item they may have forgotten about. I'm glad to hear she was able to power through and get past this. Stay safe out there!

[@TOBYH]

THAT IS WHY THEY ASK YOU, DID YOU PACK YOUR BAG YOURSELF?

[@aakksshhaayy]

I mean we don't really know the real story.. as a condition of her pardon she may be told to say that it was a pure accident. So Putin doesn't look weak by pardoning her.

[@polo48]

Another person that thinks that laws don’t apply to her

[@ryansoutherland4265]

absolutely no way someone who was a sniper didnt know what was in their luggage, especially 1/3rd of an oz. get real people. the news is never not trying to manipulate you into believing and perceiving how they want you to.

[@JasonSmith-pe5py]

Great for her to give her story,but I seriously doubt Griner is gonna see NBC news in a Russian jail.

[@kimkim2718]

BRITTNEY GRINER has escaped colonial-style oppression for nine years. You Go Girl! *250* plus days drug-free! I'm so proud of her.

[@dr.patcrnadnap1264]

I didn’t hear this young lady say anything about going to a Penal Colony. It’s not the same. I didn’t hear anything about force labor. Sounds like she was in the prison and they let her out before she could be transferred to one. Mainly because she said she was in a room all day. Brittany is headed to a colony of long hours of labor and still has to try and stay positive.

[@rumbletown1563]

Griner is going to learn real quick that American “systemic racism” is a dream compared to the rest of the world

[@liveandletlive9333]

Hopefully she'll not go there either. She's the pawn and higher stakes now to get her out soon

[@Ralphie5023]

But think about the lesson she is learning ?

[@Ralphie5023]

@@liveandletlive9333 Actually , Let's hope she DOES go there and is taught her lesson instead of bringing her home and make her believe she is a " HERO" and pretend she committed no crime !

[@ryanmilosevich4491]

That’s what happens when you commit a crime usually.

[@twilagullatt4344]

Thank you for sharing this video with me. May God bless everyone involved.

[@markbrown5117]

very good interview.

[@ShakaZuluX]

Travelling with Cannabis through an international airport is not allowed anywhere, not in Russia, USA, and even Canada (where cannabis is legal btw). Saying is was not my "intention" would not save you ANYWHERE. All people caught with drugs always say the same "is not mine", "I didn't know". -> Guilty. In this happened in Indonesia or Singapore could be worse. Be careful people. Do not travel with any drugs. It can ruin your life.

[@asturiasceltic3183]

She was a stoner and forgot she put the weed in her backpack. That's what happened

[@MistyinParis-]

And why do people smoke weed ? Probably for the buzz. Unless they all have cataracts

[@jimmuo9286]

Wow! Incredible attitude and great survival skills. Kudos for to her military training and trainers.

[@blkprince223]

Kudos to me for never bringing drugs into Russia.

[@lusialatu6518]

WHY TRAVEL TO RUSSIA OR EVEN BY RUSSIA IT'S NOT ALLOWD FOR US TO TRAVEL TO RUSSIA

[@kennymccovins2021]

I think she's lying about she didn't know where it came from ,she looked baked in that picture when she was detained🤔 but I give her ,her props she got out

[@fulanichild3138]

Her connections got her out.

[@gtaopman6678]

I wouldn't fly to Florida with edibles let alone go to Russia with a vape. And how do you NOT know you have almost a half ounce of cannabis packed up for travel. I call BS!

[@slickinsider101]

It’s a human rights violation to not offer an entrepreneur.

[@kimkim2718]

BRITTNEY GRINER has escaped colonial-style oppression for nine years. You Go Girl!

[@jessapuns1299]

How do travel with drugs and not know Smh

[@WA-qz2gx]

At no point had she intended on being caught, no 🤡

[@jasonlewis1926]

Didn’t know the weed was in my backpack. Yeah, right. Why can’t women ever take responsibility for their actions?

[@kellyjordan6440]

Funny I've been travelling for over 30 years and never found any weed in my bag. Even when I prayed for drugs they were never in my bags when I got home...

[@petermclelland278]

Accidental ! She meant to put it in her bra or nickers ? But the bag ! No ! Her feet wouldn't have touched the ground if the TSA had found it .

[@Justsayinguc]

What about the American school teacher jail over the for getting her azz kick by a guy?? Where is the coverage for her?

[@jondough2940]

If she didn't plea guilty they would of gave her a real harsh sentence

[@dr.patcrnadnap1264]

They only took off 6 months. The prosecutors wanted 9 1/2 years. How did pleading guilty help?

[@kat3217]

@@dr.patcrnadnap1264 her sentence was already predetermined. It was gna be the max sentence no matter what. That’s how political prisoners work

[@MistyinParis-]

Griner got 9 1/2 years plead guilty

[@stevenhollingsworth733]

These people never want to take responsibility for anything she should have to serve a ten year sentence.

[@kat3217]

Why so much hate…

[@buddhahead27]

She is such a hero to partake of nature's medicine despite criminals conspiring against such

[@stevenhollingsworth733]

@@buddhahead27 I love nature's medicine. It's like air and food something you have to have. But I would never go into another country especially somewhere like Russia with it. 420

[@46L482]

She broke the law.

[@NEWz206]

The weed inside the bag was purely unintentional.Ok,but I am quite sure you would have intentionally smoked it

[@RG-us6vl]

Why are reporters so chicken to say God? She's breathing the breath he gave her.

[@mcarey2859]

I don’t buy this whole story. Something just seems fake.

[@billyshears3527]

THAT IS WHAT THEY ALL SAY.

[@trawlins396]

Exactly. They're ALL innocent baby lambs.

[@dandaman4985]

She posessed, so she went to jail (a jail in a country long under sanctions); what exactly was supposed to happen to her - a finger wave and immediate forgiveness? She would have likely had a worse time in an American jail

[@msreen269]

She wouldn’t have even been detained for a third of an ounce of weed much less charged with “drug smuggling” in America.

[@dandaman4985]

@@msreen269 depends on the state she got caught in; it is still an illegal drug in some. When travelling internationally, posession of any illegal substance could be interpreted as smuggling.

[@bettywith2girls]

@@msreen269 Exactly! She wouldn't have even been detained much less arrested here in the U.S.

[@TheDrAstrov]

Vice versa. The United States has become even more hostile to Russia

[@dandaman4985]

@@bettywith2girls If you get caught in Virginia with some tweeds, you will get a criminal charge; depending on cops attitude, it could even go as far as an arrest ...

[@dejiadeleye5697]

It's remarkable that this person who was living such a chill and happy life survived such harsh conditions that I'm sure many of us would not be able to survive under, but at the same time, as hard as it is to believe, this sounds like one of the more merciful Russian prisons. Imagine what the most brutal ones must be like, Thank God she wasn't sent to it.

[@lovesallanimals9948]

I think like she said they wanted something which is why she wasn't treated as harsh as she could have been

[@RodaRora]

It all must have been horrible but I just can't get over the ''no feminine hygiene products'' part. I mean, how tf do you do anything when you're on your period in that situation?

[@crownking4041]

She learned how to accept the russians way of thinking and rule of law and economics. Her survival was she was in military.

[@bettywith2girls]

Was she at the time of her arrest? @4:15 The interviewer said she was a FORMER Israeli sniper. All young adults are required to serve in the military as Israeli citizens.

[@larryflores9799]

These people that break the laws all say they are innocent, according to these criminals they are all innocent, never did everything wrong. Like the saying goes: “if you can’t do the time, don’t do the crime”.

[@msreen269]

The same goes for the undercover criminals who just haven’t been caught yet in these comments.

[@kimkim2718]

@@msreen269 What? Are you on drugs? Vote Republican.

[@Nighthawk-8050]

Wow by looking at her this lady is tough. She don't scare easy

[@najimahchirwa3508]

Still don't understand how ppl say it was a mistake 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@lifespanwellnessbeauty-60i64]

Who packed her bag for her where she didn't know the marijuana was in there?

[@robertbrouillette6767]

I’ve been to Russia and Ukraine, back in 2017. I never felt endangered or watched. Of course I didn’t party or hang around bars or night clubs. When you go to countries like India, Columbia, Thailand, Philippines, and Mexico where drugs are readily available, when you come back or go into a country without good relations with the U S, expect to be searched.

[@dianafromcalifornia5127]

Painful to imagine. Courage and faith just humbling to listen to her as she faced prison. Her family so afraid I imagine....terrifying

[@ivangabriel2518]

well she should have thinked of that first before she broke a law in other country

[@anthonymartinez2659]

You play you pay that's the breaks

[@jondough2940]

She was very smart for pleading guilty just to avoid getting a harsh sentence

[@kat3217]

This is so true, I’m not sure why your replies are so rude.

[@audraeden8923]

The residue is nothing, if it hadn't been that, it would have been Brittneys dreads or her tatts. Funny how Orange Monster called Brittney spoiled. Great vocabulary as usual. Do a -Russia if you’re listening , why don’t you? Did Naama say she was leaving the country when they arrested her? None of it matters, they plant evidence, hey, just like cops do here. Russian soldiers carried off 70 year old grandmothers who were carrying a sheet of paper sign. One person was arrested holding a blank sheet of paper. Any connection between us siding with Ukrainian and Brittney being arrested? Timing and all. And for the "do the crime" set…residue is not a crime…it’s just residue. If it wasn’t planted, in fact. It’s all part of the great change. An upheaval. No more wars. Russians, lay down your arms and walk away. Unlock the doors of political prisoners. Free us all. We can turn this evil back on itself. A pendulum that goes in the other direction.

[@jefftaylor1186]

Griner actually did it. She escaped the oppression of America. What an hero

[@josephwiacek8123]

If you leave your home country and don’t realize you packed a 1/3 ounce bag of weed- then you smoke way too much weed.

[@cbryce9243]

What a beautiful soul, Naama. I hope BG gets to talk with you soon.

[@praisegod3768]

Really excellent example of strength and hope under dark circumstances! Inspiring! I think, though, realistically, that her family's love and support on the outside was a major source of strength -- oh, and possibly a divine miracle? :)

[@eastern2western]

griner was playing in russia for 9 years, but had no idea about the local laws against drugs? sure, it was an accident.

[@nagilum]

That’s probably the best way to force yourself to learn Russian is to get locked up. I really admire her positive mental state that helped her through this ordeal. 👍

[@SocialSymone]

Very unfortunate situation. I hope this brings awareness to people that what is acceptable in one region of the world may not be in others. That even gies for certain substances in the United States. News has now reported, basketball player Iman Shumpter, was just arrested in the states at a airport with Marijuana. Though legal from the state where he was traveling, it is not in every state. Though I personally think the possibly of him being in jail for up to a year is crazy because it's legal in other states, the law is still the law. Please educate your self and the people you love It! It is very sad to see it play out the way it has and I wish the both the best. Peace, love and blessings y'all. 💜

[@leagueofotters2774]

Yes, americans need to respect the laws, customs, beliefs, etc of those countries to which we travel.....and not expect that we can just do whatever we please like we seem to do over here.

[@dragoti1122]

How did she EVER get thru that! What courage and strength! I wish the best for Brittney…🙏🙏

[@Mo-Town_Auto_Icons]

How?...She had no choice!

[@ronny9407]

I would sentence Britney to 100 years hard labor with a 1 second reduction if she wears a Maga hat

[@RBSCLA]

"Accidental' lol 😂😆😂

[@bradspringer2372]

Own up to your mistakes and maybe the sympathy factor will be there. America sure loves creating victims.

[@daixer3156]

It's all in the name Jerry!!! Jerry!!! Jerry!!! ✊️

[@Dracoool]

9 years of hard labor will make a man out of him.

[@emjaydark2811]

Up at 6 bed at 10-sounds like life with my cat.

[@fulanichild3138]

Good point. I would say that I am imprisoned by my cats for sure.

[@denisesalles7248]

What a wonderfully level-headed woman - she was brave, polite, and yet determined to gain her freedom. I can't help but think her training in the Israeli army really helped her to cope with uncertainty. Wow.

[@ibrahimdhere]

She’s lucky she learnt Russian for free. Be thankful chica!

[@65TossTrap]

I would never travel to Russia under any circumstances.

[@Ralphie5023]

A prison is a prison is a prison is a prison is a prison . If you commit a crime don't expect a suit at the Hilton !

[@AnnaSwed]

What an intelligent human being.

[@herbj4969]

She's a strong and beautiful woman.

[@Wendy-dk1wu]

That sounds horrible. Ive always had issues sleeping so I work at night exactly 10pm-6am I would never get any sleep under that schedule it would be like hs all over again but far far worse

[@duanedale503]

Haha!! No accountability!! She didnt admit that the cannabis was hers!? "It was just in MY the bag". She sounds just like BG. How can you not know you have that much cannabis? Shes lying.

[@XoeCox]

This lady is a sniper so I’m sure she has been through survival training. She had the ability and mental toughness to get through being a prisoner. I don’t think everybody has this ability. She’s trained for this stuff.

[@edwinjones1000]

Snipers have extreme discipline. I know about a dozen or so ex-military snipers. They stay in 1 spot sometimes for days urinating and defecating on themselves. They ignore insect bites.

[@darthkadra2437]

@@edwinjones1000 Yeah, right. - Come on in home Rosy darling, dinner's ready. - Is daddy coming, too? - No, sweetie, daddy's staying outside again today.

[@HelloSeptmember]

yup... don't feel an ounce sorry for her... at least Griner was a celebrity... she wasn't ready lol this s**t is a joke

[@supriseimblack]

The israeli army is like number one in the world

[@BenjaminPope]

At least they're consistent

[@ollierobinson4339]

Can’t believe she didn’t know it was there

[@jennifermorgansanford4511]

I was incarcerated in the states 4 about 3 months and only went outside 3 times!!!!

[@basketballjrking5342]

'It was never intentional...' is the biggest bullshi+ one-liner man has ever created 🤣 I enjoy hearing these idiotic stories 😅

[@waynereid3718]

Dwl

[@whiskeymonk4085]

Geezus! That title is a word salad. MSM is a hollowed out husk of what it used to be. Can't even pull off basic journalism.

[@Frankybroadcast]

Take accountability for your actions. She knew it was in her bag.

[@markalyea]

My favorite line !!!! Where did that come from

[@lillianwilliams5510]

They planted the drugs in their luggage. Looking at the videos it. is clear they could easily put a vial in the luggage . We pray for Brittany!!!. and Thank God, this young woman got out safely.

[@travet1000]

Brittany needs to stay locked up and learn how to appreciate America. She broke Russian laws.

[@realityadvised2543]

Then why didn't she say that?

[@moi_kanal]

Non of this girls ever said that it wasn't theirs.

[@fulanichild3138]

Do you realize that _millions_ of Americans have traveled to Russia and never had drugs planted in their luggage? Each year students, business people, athletes, tourists, volunteers, clergy, researchers, journalists, etc. travel to Russia, have a lovely visit, and return home unscathed. Those ladies knowingly smuggled drugs into Russia.