Victor Bout
Victor Bout, often referred to as the 'Merchant of Death,' is a former Soviet military officer turned international arms dealer who was arrested in 2008 and later convicted of conspiracy to provide material support to a terrorist organization. His operations spanned several continents, supplying weapons to various conflict zones, which made him a target for international law enforcement. Bout was released in a high-profile prisoner exchange with the United States in 2022, which included American basketball player Brittney Griner.
Born on Jan 13, 1967 (58 years old)
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Victor Bout was a Russian arms dealer exchanged for American detainees as part of negotiations involving Beseda.
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