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Bonus: Evan Gershkovich - a year since my friend was jailed in Russia
Mar 29, 2024
BBC journalists Will Vernon and James Beardsworth discuss the imprisonment of journalist Evan Gershkovich in Russia on espionage charges. They reflect on Evan's personality and journalism. The podcast covers the lack of evidence, support efforts, potential prisoner swap negotiations, and the impact on press freedom in Russia.
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- Evan Gershkovich's arrest highlights challenges in reporting on Russia and the risks faced by journalists in the region.
- Despite the lack of evidence, Evan's prolonged pre-trial detention showcases the complexities of international diplomacy and the efforts to secure his release.
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Evan Gerschkovich's Arrest and Espionage Charges
American journalist Evan Gerschkovich's arrest in Russia on espionage charges, marking the first US journalist accused of spying in Russia since the Cold War. Despite denials from his employer, the Wall Street Journal, and the US government, Evan remains in pre-trial detention with repeated extensions, raising questions about the circumstances leading to his arrest and the lack of concrete evidence presented against him.
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