Russian Court Extends Detention of Dual-Citizen Journalist Alsu Kurmasheva

Kurmasheva, a Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty journalist, faces charges under Russia's foreign agent laws and accusations of spreading false information.

Alsu Kurmasheva's detention has been extended until at least August 5, 2024.
She was initially detained in October 2023 while visiting Russia to see her ailing mother.
Kurmasheva is charged with failing to register as a foreign agent and spreading false information about the Russian military.
If convicted, she could face up to 10 years in prison.
Her detention is part of a broader crackdown on dissent and independent journalism in Russia.

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