Russian prosecutors allege Evan Gershkovich collected secret information on assignment from the CIA, facing up to 20 years in prison; Gershkovich, the White House, and Wall Street Journal deny charges.
Gershkovich's case marks the first time since the Cold War an American journalist faces espionage trial; trial is closed to the public and expected to last several months.
State Department declared Gershkovich wrongfully detained, committing to work for his release; Kremlin hints at potential diplomatic negotiations for exchange of Gershkovich for jailed Russian nationals.
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