It has been 100 days since Wall Street Journal journalist Evan Gershkovich was detained in Moscow on spying charges.
The 31-year-old American reporter faces up to 20 years behind bars if convicted. His arrest has raised concerns about press freedom and the safety of journalists working in Russia. Colleagues and friends describe Gershkovich as a talented and gregarious reporter with a deep understanding of the country.
He is known for his comprehensive coverage of Russia, a country that holds personal significance for him as the birthplace of his Jewish Soviet parents. Gershkovich's arrest has left his colleagues and loved ones devastated, as they describe him as a funny and charming person with a wide range of interests, including a love for Arsenal football club and a talent for cooking.
The dangerous environment for journalists in Putin's Russia cannot be ignored. The Russian government has made it increasingly risky for reporters to cover sensitive topics. The arrest of Gershkovich and the subsequent lack of progress in securing his release highlight the dangers faced by journalists in the country.
Main themes:
- Detention of journalist Evan Gershkovich in Moscow on spying charges
- Lack of progress in securing his release
- Background information on Evan and his interests
- Dangers faced by journalists reporting on Russia
- Imprisonment in Lefortova prison and appeals made by his lawyers
- Efforts by the Wall Street Journal and external counsel to secure his release
- Use of hostage diplomacy by countries like Russia
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29 сен 2024
