Russian forces released journalist Oleh Baturin after eight days of captivity on March 20.
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Oleh Baturin was released on March 20 after eight days of captivity
Baturin was released on March 20
His fingerprints and photos were taken before release
He was told he was 'on their hook' and would be discredited
He was released with two other men who were driven to Kakhovka and Nova Kakhovka
No recruitment attempt was made at the time of release
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