Process against US reporter in Russia: 18 years demanded

persecution of journalists - Process against US reporter in Russia: 18 years demanded

In the controversial process against US reporter Evan Gershkovich in Russia for alleged espionage, the prosecution has requested 18 years of imprisonment, Interfax news agency reportedly quoted the court in Yekaterinburg as saying. The verdict in the case is expected to be announced today. The correspondent for the US newspaper "Wall Street Journal" denies the accusations.

1. The Public Prosecutor's Office in Russia has vigorously pursued espionage charges against Evan Gershkovich, a US reporter working for the "Wall Street Journal" in Yekaterinburg.
2. The media worldwide has been closely following the court process in Yekaterinburg, expressing concerns over potential persecution of a journalist.
3. If convicted, Gershkovich faces the possibility of Penal Execution, a sentence that has sparked outcry in the United States of America and calls for justice.
4. The verdict, which could potentially impact the relationship between Russia and the United States of America, will be announced today by the court in Yekaterinburg.
5. Regardless of the decision, the case against Evan Gershkovich has brought international attention to the importance of upholding journalistic freedom and justice worldwide.

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