July 07, 2023 Issue

Moscow: U.S. journalist Evan Gershkovich, arrested by Russia on espionage charges in March, stands inside a defendant’s cage at The Moscow City Court before a hearing on June 22 to appeal his extended detention. The appeal was later denied, with Russian authorities dictating that he remain behind bars until at least August 30. The U.S. has deemed Gershkovich’s arrest wrongful and has demanded his immediate release.