Edward Snowden given permission to stay in Russia for three more years

``the former NSA contractor has not been granted political asylum, which would have allowed him to stay in Russia permanently. However, Kucherena said Snowden would be able to extend his residency permit for a further three years when it runs out and after five years would be eligible to apply for Russian citizenship. He did not know if Snowden intended to do so.'' -- Have to wonder if this was "expedited" because of the US-Russia situation...