Detained US Journalist in Russia Appears in Court Amid Diplomatic Tensions and Ongoing Conflict in Ukraine

US journalist Evan Gershkovich, who was arrested in Russia and charged with spying, has had his appeal against pre-trial detention rejected by a Russian court. Gershkovich, who works for the Wall Street Journal, appeared in court for the first time since his detention and stood calmly in a bullet-proof glass enclosure. The US ambassador to Moscow was present in the courtroom, and more than 40 countries have called for Gershkovich's release. He denies any wrongdoing and could face up to 20 years in prison if found guilty of espionage.