Russian Authorities Crack Down on American Journalist, Extending Detention

The Kremlin claims to be unaware of the criminal case against Russian-American journalist Alsu Kurmasheva, who was arrested for failing to register as a foreign agent. Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov denied any campaign to persecute U.S. citizens and stated that legal measures are taken against those who violate the law. Kurmasheva, an editor with Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty, faces up to five years in prison if found guilty. The court has extended her pre-trial detention until October 23.