The imprisonment of American journalist Evan Gershkovich in Russia took a concerning turn as a court ruling on Tuesday extended his detention for an additional three months. Gershkovich’s ordeal, which began with his arrest on unspecified charges, has continued to raise alarm among press freedom advocates and the international community.
Read More Russian court extends WSJ reporter Evan Gershkovich’s detainment
A United States government initiative to put pressure on Russia to release Wall Street Journal (WSJ) reporter Evan Gershkovich was launched on Monday, when the State Department declared him to have been “wrongfully detained” after his arrest by Russian security forces last month.
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United States officials have confirmed the leak of classified military documents regarding the war in Ukraine.
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President Joe Biden has pleaded with Russia on Friday to free Wall Street Journal reporter Evan Gershkovich, who was detained on espionage allegations.
Read More Biden urges Russia to release detained U.S. journalist
Wall Street Journal reporter, Evan Gershkovich, was detained on Thursday by the Federal Security Service (FSB) on suspicion of “espionage in the interests of the American government.”
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