Russia charges Wall Street Journal reporter with espionage, sparking international outcry.
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Jailed Wall Street Journal reporter Evan Gershkovich has been charged with espionage in Russia, accused of trying to obtain classified information about a Russian arms factory. Gershkovich has denied all accusations and stated that he was engaged in journalistic activities in Russia. The case has caused an international uproar, with the Senate’s top two leaders demanding that Russia immediately release Gershkovich. The Wall Street Journal has denied the accusations, and lawyers representing Gershkovich have appealed his arrest.
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