In Russia, members of the Greenpeace “Arctic 30” continue to be freed from prison after winning bail this week. The group of 28 activists and two journalists had been jailed for two months for trying to stop Russian oil drilling in the Arctic. Fifteen of the 28 people who have been granted bail have been released so far. One activist, Colin Russell, has had his bail denied. As he left prison, British journalist Kieron Bryan spoke to reporters.

Kieron Bryan: “Yes, a step in the right direction. The first smile I’ve had for a while.”

Reporter: “What would you like to say to your family who are watching this?”

Kieron Bryan: “Just that I love them hugely, and I’ve heard some of the things they’ve been doing and all of my friends have been doing, and, you know, they’re keeping you guys on your toes. And that’s exactly what they need to be doing, so thank you.”

The Arctic 30 face charges of “hooliganism” which carry up to seven years in prison. All those released on bail will be forced to remain in Russia until their criminal trial.