An American citizen detained at an airport for allegedly possessing a cannabis derivative legal in much of the world. But the circumstances for Brittney Griner couldn't have been worse.

Russian authorities detained a United States citizen at Vnukovo Airport in Moscow on charges of drug smuggling, as reported by Mash, a Russian Telegram channel linked to security services, on Friday.

Russia says its citizen will return from the US in the coming days, after Trump hailed the release of American Marc Fogel.

Key moments in Brittney Griner's time with Phoenix Mercury, which included 10 WNBA all-star selections, detainment in Russia and subsequent release.

May 15, 2015:Brittney Griner suspended seven games after domestic violence arrest involving then-wife Glory Johnson, who was also suspended seven games. Sept. 18, 2015: Brittney Griner records a ...