Moscow Court Upholds Detention of Wall Street Journal Reporter Evan Gershkovich on Espionage Charges

Evan Gershkovich's appeal against extended pre-trial detention has been rejected, with no trial date set as diplomatic tensions persist.

Evan Gershkovich, a Wall Street Journal reporter, remains in custody in Moscow's Lefortovo prison on espionage charges, awaiting a trial with no set date.
The U.S. government and Gershkovich deny the espionage allegations, labeling them as baseless, while diplomatic efforts for his release continue.
Russian courts have consistently extended Gershkovich's detention, most recently until June 30, despite international calls for his release.
Speculation surrounds potential prisoner swaps involving Gershkovich, with Russia hinting at exchanging him for a Russian operative held in Germany.
Journalistic and human rights organizations worldwide have condemned Gershkovich's detention, advocating for his immediate release.