WSJ Reporter Evan Gershkovich Remains Detained in Russia Following Failed Appeal

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WSJ Reporter Evan Gershkovich Remains Detained in Russia Following Failed Appeal
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A Russian court has upheld the detention of Evan Gershkovich, a reporter for The Wall Street Journal (WSJ), who has been jailed since February on charges of violating protest regulations. Gershkovich's detention has been widely criticized by press freedom advocates, who argue that it is an attempt to silence independent journalism in Russia. The court's decision to maintain his detention further raises concerns about the state of media freedom in the country.

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