Russia has extended the detention of U.S. journalist Evan Gershkovich, who remains in the notorious Lefortovo prison without trial, as confirmed by today’s lost appeal. His continued detention, now reaching a year, raises international concerns and discussion about Russia’s legal system, political prisoners, and the potential for using detained individuals as bargaining chips. The case of Gershkovich, alongside other high-profile issues such as the assassination of a Russian pilot who defected to Ukraine, underscores the tense geopolitical climate and the aggressive tactics employed by the Russian state.
- Evan Gershkovich, a U.S. journalist, has been detained in Russia for 328 days and recently lost an appeal, extending his detention without trial until at least March 30th.
- Russian courts are described as not independent, taking instructions from Putin, with Gershkovich’s arrest seen as a move to gain leverage.
- The assassination of a Russian pilot who defected to Ukraine in Spain is linked to a pattern of targeting traitors.
- There is speculation about a potential prisoner swap involving Gershkovich and Russian hitman Vadim Krasikov, who is imprisoned in Germany.
- International discussions are ongoing regarding the use of Russia’s frozen assets to support Ukraine, with some legislative movements in various countries.
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