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Russia sentences American Michael Travis Leake to 13 years on alleged drug charges

A U.S. citizen, Michael Travis Leake, has been sentenced to 13 years in a Russian prison on drug charges.

Ukraine updates: Gershkovich espionage trial opens in Russia DW 06/26/2024

US journalist Gershkovich on spying trial in Russia

Moscow court jails Russia-born US citizen for 'espionage' DW 12/24/2024

Gene Spector has been sentenced to 15 years in a penal colony, illustrating rising tensions and accusations of 'hostage diplomacy' between the U.S. and Russia.

Moscow court rejects Evan Gershkovich's appeal, keeping WSJ reporter in jail until at least June 30

WSJ reporter Evan Gershkovich remains jailed in Moscow on espionage charges, with appeals rejected and concerns over his well-being and motives behind his prolonged detention.

Evan Gershkovich has spent a year in a Russian prison

Evan Gershkovich was wrongfully detained by Russian authorities for espionage charges, sparking concerns about press freedom.
Efforts have been made to negotiate Gershkovich's release through a prisoner swap, but challenges persist.

Russia sentences American Michael Travis Leake to 13 years on alleged drug charges

A U.S. citizen, Michael Travis Leake, has been sentenced to 13 years in a Russian prison on drug charges.

Ukraine updates: Gershkovich espionage trial opens in Russia DW 06/26/2024

US journalist Gershkovich on spying trial in Russia

Moscow court jails Russia-born US citizen for 'espionage' DW 12/24/2024

Gene Spector has been sentenced to 15 years in a penal colony, illustrating rising tensions and accusations of 'hostage diplomacy' between the U.S. and Russia.

Moscow court rejects Evan Gershkovich's appeal, keeping WSJ reporter in jail until at least June 30

WSJ reporter Evan Gershkovich remains jailed in Moscow on espionage charges, with appeals rejected and concerns over his well-being and motives behind his prolonged detention.

Evan Gershkovich has spent a year in a Russian prison

Evan Gershkovich was wrongfully detained by Russian authorities for espionage charges, sparking concerns about press freedom.
Efforts have been made to negotiate Gershkovich's release through a prisoner swap, but challenges persist.
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#political-prisoners

US reporter and former Marine freed by Russia in multi-country prisoner swap

Russia released Wall Street Journal reporter Evan Gershkovich and US Marine Paul Whelan as part of a prisoner swap with the US.

Burkina Faso Says Russia Partnership 'Suits' Better Than France

Azerbaijani political commentator Nazakat Mammadova sentenced to 13 years for alleged espionage, with charges dismissed as politically motivated by human rights groups.

US reporter and former Marine freed by Russia in multi-country prisoner swap

Russia released Wall Street Journal reporter Evan Gershkovich and US Marine Paul Whelan as part of a prisoner swap with the US.

Burkina Faso Says Russia Partnership 'Suits' Better Than France

Azerbaijani political commentator Nazakat Mammadova sentenced to 13 years for alleged espionage, with charges dismissed as politically motivated by human rights groups.
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#julian-assange

Our world in photos: May 20

The death of Iranian President Raisi and the country's foreign minister in a helicopter crash leaves the Islamic Republic without key leaders amid heightened Middle East tensions.
Julian Assange can now pursue an appeal against his extradition to the U.S., arguing that his Australian nationality limits his First Amendment rights.

Julian Assange timeline: A criminal or a hero?

Julian Assange, founder of WikiLeaks, has been freed after a long legal battle, highlighting global press freedom debates.

WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange can appeal US extradition order: UK court

Julian Assange can appeal extradition to the US on espionage charges, prolonging the legal process.

Our world in photos: May 20

The death of Iranian President Raisi and the country's foreign minister in a helicopter crash leaves the Islamic Republic without key leaders amid heightened Middle East tensions.
Julian Assange can now pursue an appeal against his extradition to the U.S., arguing that his Australian nationality limits his First Amendment rights.

Julian Assange timeline: A criminal or a hero?

Julian Assange, founder of WikiLeaks, has been freed after a long legal battle, highlighting global press freedom debates.

WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange can appeal US extradition order: UK court

Julian Assange can appeal extradition to the US on espionage charges, prolonging the legal process.
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#evan-gershkovich

American journalist Evan Gershkovich to stand trial on espionage charges in Russia

American journalist Evan Gershkovich faces espionage charges in Russia, accused of spying for the US, which he denies vehemently.

What to know from the first day of US journalist Evan Gershkovich's trial in Russia

Evan Gershkovich, a Wall Street Journal reporter, faces espionage charges in Russia's closed trial, heavily criticized by his employer and the U.S. government.

US journalist Evan Gershkovich to be tried in Russian espionage case

US journalist Evan Gershkovich to stand trial in Yekaterinburg on espionage charges in Russia.

Pretrial detention for American reporter accused of spying in Russia extended through March

The pretrial detention of Wall Street Journal reporter Evan Gershkovich has been extended until the end of March, meaning he will spend at least a year behind bars in Russia.
Gershkovich was arrested on espionage charges and the details of the case are classified.

Wall Street Journal marks one year of reporter's detainment in Russian jail - Poynter

The Wall Street Journal reporter Evan Gershkovich has been detained in Russia for a year on espionage charges, prompting a staunch defense from his colleagues and the US government.
The Wall Street Journal has launched efforts to keep Gershkovich's story alive, working tirelessly to secure his release and denounce the false charges against him.

Russian Court Orders American Journalist to Stay in Prison

American journalist Evan Gershkovich's appeal against detention in Moscow rejected, labeled wrongfully detained and a political prisoner by the White House.

American journalist Evan Gershkovich to stand trial on espionage charges in Russia

American journalist Evan Gershkovich faces espionage charges in Russia, accused of spying for the US, which he denies vehemently.

What to know from the first day of US journalist Evan Gershkovich's trial in Russia

Evan Gershkovich, a Wall Street Journal reporter, faces espionage charges in Russia's closed trial, heavily criticized by his employer and the U.S. government.

US journalist Evan Gershkovich to be tried in Russian espionage case

US journalist Evan Gershkovich to stand trial in Yekaterinburg on espionage charges in Russia.

Pretrial detention for American reporter accused of spying in Russia extended through March

The pretrial detention of Wall Street Journal reporter Evan Gershkovich has been extended until the end of March, meaning he will spend at least a year behind bars in Russia.
Gershkovich was arrested on espionage charges and the details of the case are classified.

Wall Street Journal marks one year of reporter's detainment in Russian jail - Poynter

The Wall Street Journal reporter Evan Gershkovich has been detained in Russia for a year on espionage charges, prompting a staunch defense from his colleagues and the US government.
The Wall Street Journal has launched efforts to keep Gershkovich's story alive, working tirelessly to secure his release and denounce the false charges against him.

Russian Court Orders American Journalist to Stay in Prison

American journalist Evan Gershkovich's appeal against detention in Moscow rejected, labeled wrongfully detained and a political prisoner by the White House.
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Gershkovich marks one year in Russian prison DW 03/29/2024

Evan Gershkovich was arrested in Russia on espionage charges a year ago, but denies the allegations.
US citizens, including Alsu Kurmasheva, Paul Whelan, and Ksenia Khavana, are imprisoned in Russia on various charges.

Russia extends arrest of US reporter Evan Gershkovich

Journalist Evan Gershovich's sentence extended until at least June in Moscow court.
Gershovich denied allegations of espionage charges, with US declaring him wrongfully detained.
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Russia sets date for closed-door trial of US journalist

Russia plans closed-door trial for detained US journalist who faces espionage charges.

A Russian court extends pretrial detention for an American reporter accused of spying

Russian court rejects appeal to release Wall Street Journal reporter Evan Gershkovich on espionage charges.
Gershkovich faces at least a year in detention in Russia amid denial of allegations and lack of evidence.

Russia sets date for closed-door trial of US journalist

Russia plans closed-door trial for detained US journalist who faces espionage charges.

A Russian court extends pretrial detention for an American reporter accused of spying

Russian court rejects appeal to release Wall Street Journal reporter Evan Gershkovich on espionage charges.
Gershkovich faces at least a year in detention in Russia amid denial of allegations and lack of evidence.
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#international-relations

Fears mount over detention of academics who traveled to China

Scholars express extreme concern for academics detained in China under espionage charges.

A Russian court extends the pretrial detention for an American reporter accused of spying

Moscow court upholds custody for Wall Street Journal reporter on espionage charges.
Russian President Putin suggested a potential swap of the reporter with a Russian prisoner in Germany.

Fears mount over detention of academics who traveled to China

Scholars express extreme concern for academics detained in China under espionage charges.

A Russian court extends the pretrial detention for an American reporter accused of spying

Moscow court upholds custody for Wall Street Journal reporter on espionage charges.
Russian President Putin suggested a potential swap of the reporter with a Russian prisoner in Germany.
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China reveals it has jailed a British businessman for five years on spying charges

A 70-year-old British businessman named Ian J Stones has been sentenced to five years in jail in China on espionage charges.
Mr. Stones, who has been working in China for several decades, disappeared in 2018 and the reason for his disappearance was not known until now.
This revelation comes amid growing concerns over the arrests of foreign nationals in China on spying charges.

Azerbaijan tells Paris not to intervene' over Frenchman's arrest as tensions run high

Azerbaijan warns France not to intervene in its internal affairs after arresting Frenchman on espionage charges.
Tensions between Azerbaijan and France have escalated due to accusations of supporting Armenia and fueling tensions in the South Caucasus.

Verdict due on US journalist Evan Gershkovich amid hopes of prisoner swap

A Russian court is set to announce a verdict and sentence on American journalist Evan Gershkovich after a brisk trial on espionage charges, potentially leading to a prisoner swap.

Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 853

Ukrainian President Zelenskyy emphasizes preserving fighters' lives while pushing back Russian forces, as conflict intensifies with missile attacks and foreign correspondents facing espionage charges in Russia.

US journalist imprisoned in Russia to stand trial on espionage charges

Russian authorities accuse Wall Street Journal journalist Evan Gershkovich of spying for the CIA regarding military equipment facility in Sverdlovsk region.
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