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Russian Court Rejects WSJ Reporter's Appeal, Extends Detention in Moscow

A Moscow court rejected U.S. reporter Evan Gershkovich's appeal against the extension of his pre-trial detention on spying charges, ensuring he will spend at least a year in jail. The decision comes after Russia rejected a new proposal from the Biden administration aimed at securing Gershkovich's release. The rejection follows the recent death of Russian dissident Alexei Navalny and the ongoing detention of another American, Paul Whelan, who was sentenced to 16 years in prison on espionage-related charges. Additionally, a Texas father of two was sentenced to 21 years in prison in Moscow after being found guilty of abusing his sons, a case that has sparked controversy and accusations of kidnapping.