US journalist's closed trial in Russia begins
The Philippine Star|June 27, 2024
Wall Street Journal reporter Evan Gershkovich went on trial behind closed doors in Yekaterinburg yesterday, 15 months after his arrest in the Russian city on espionage charges that he, his employer and the US government vehemently deny.
US journalist's closed trial in Russia begins

The 32-year-old journalist appeared in the court in a glass defendants' cage, his head shaved and wearing a black-andblue plaid shirt. A yellow padlock was attached to the cage.

Journalists were allowed into the courtroom for a few minutes before the proceedings were closed. Also briefly permitted in court were two consular officers from the US embassy in Moscow, according to the embassy.

The next hearing for Gershkovich was set for Aug. 13, court officials said.

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