Tag: WSJ
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Kremlin Open to Potential Prisoner Swap for Detained WSJ Reporter
[ad_1] A Kremlin spokesman confirmed Tuesday that Russia is in contact with the United States over possible plans to conduct a prisoner swap, likely for detained Wall Street Journal reporter Evan Gershkovich. On Monday, U.S. Ambassador to Russia Lynne Tracey met with Gershkovich, 32, at Lefortovo Prison in Moscow, a facility known for harsh conditions,…
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WSJ reporter Evan Gershkovich loses appeal in Russian court : NPR
[ad_1] Evan Gershkovich, the U.S. reporter detained on espionage charges in Russia, stands inside a defendants’ cage before a hearing to consider an appeal of his extended detention at the Moscow City Court. His appeal was rejected. Natalia Kolesnikova/AFP via Getty Images hide caption toggle caption Natalia Kolesnikova/AFP via Getty Images Evan Gershkovich, the U.S.…
