A Russian court, on Tuesday (Nov 28) extended the detention of American journalist and Wall Street reporter Evan Gershkovich,&nbsp;who is awaiting trail on espionage charges, until January 30, 2024, reported the Russian media.&nbsp;

The 32-year-old American citizen was detained in March by Russia’s Federal Security Service (FSB) in the Urals city of Yekaterinburg on charges of espionage for which he could face up to 20 years in prison.&nbsp;

The charges against the American journalist have been denied by him, his employer and even the White House.&nbsp;

<h2>About the recent hearing</h2>

“The court ruled to extend the term of detention of Gershkovich, accused of a crime under Article 276 of the Criminal Code of the Russian Federation, for up to 10 months, that is, until January 30, 2024,” said Moscow’s Lefortovo district court, as per Reuters.&nbsp;

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The hearing took place behind closed doors since Russian authorities say details of the criminal case against the American journalist are classified. Gershkovich is the first US journalist to be detained on spying charges in Russia since the Cold War.

Moscow has said that Gershkovich was caught “red-handed” and accused him of trying to obtain military secrets. The reporter was “acting on the instructions of the American side, collected information constituting a state secret about the activities of one of the enterprises of the Russian military-industrial complex,” the FSB has alleged.&nbsp;

<h2>Detained for nearly 250 days</h2>

The WSJ and Dow Jones said that Gershkovich was simply doing his job in Russia and have repeatedly denied the espionage charges.&nbsp;

“Evan has now been unjustly imprisoned for nearly 250 days, and every day is a day too long,” said the Journal, in statement.&nbsp;

It added, “The accusations against him are categorically false and his continued imprisonment is a brazen and outrageous attack on a free press, which is critical for a free society. We continue to stand with Evan and call for his immediate release.”

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<h2>Is Russia looking for another prisoner swap?</h2>

“We are deeply concerned by the court’s decision,” said the US embassy in Moscow after the recent hearing. We reiterate our call for his immediate release.”

A report by Reuters citing diplomats said Gershkovich was probably detained as part of broader Russian effort to build up a store of arrest of US citizens to be swapped for Russian citizens, including convicted spies.

However, Russia rarely releases people imprisoned while awaiting trial on serious charges. Moscow has also previously rejected the possibility of an exchange involving Gershkovich until a verdict is reached in his case.&nbsp;

So far, no date has been announced for his trial while the American journalist has appealed his detention several times. All the appeals have been rejected by the Russian court.&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)

A Russian court, on Tuesday (Nov 28) extended the detention of American journalist and Wall Street reporter Evan Gershkovich, who is awaiting trail on espionage charges, until January 30, 2024, reported the Russian media.

A Russian court, on Tuesday (Nov 28) extended the detention of American journalist and Wall Street reporter Evan Gershkovich, who is awaiting trail on espionage charges, until January 30, 2024, reported the Russian media. The 32-year-old American citizen was detained in March by Russia’s Federal Security Service (FSB) in the Urals city of Yekaterinburg on charges of espionage for which he could face up to 20 years in prison. The charges against the American journalist have been denied by him, his employer and even the White House. About the recent hearing “The court ruled to extend the term of detention of Gershkovich, accused of a crime under Article 276 of the Criminal Code of the Russian Federation, for up to 10 months, that is, until January 30, 2024,” said Moscow’s Lefortovo district court, as per Reuters. ALSO READ | Explained: Russia detains another American journalist. Here’s what we know The hearing took place behind closed doors since Russian authorities say details of the criminal case against the American journalist are classified. Gershkovich is the first US journalist to be detained on spying charges in Russia since the Cold War. Moscow has said that Gershkovich was caught “red-handed” and accused him of trying to obtain military secrets. The reporter was “acting on the instructions of the American side, collected information constituting a state secret about the activities of one of the enterprises of the Russian military-industrial complex,” the FSB has alleged. Detained for nearly 250 days The WSJ and Dow Jones said that Gershkovich was simply doing his job in Russia and have repeatedly denied the espionage charges. “Evan has now been unjustly imprisoned for nearly 250 days, and every day is a day too long,” said the Journal, in statement. It added, “The accusations against him are categorically false and his continued imprisonment is a brazen and outrageous attack on a free press, which is critical for a free society. We continue to stand with Evan and call for his immediate release.” ALSO READ | Russia denies US-Russian journalist's appeal against detention Is Russia looking for another prisoner swap? “We are deeply concerned by the court’s decision,” said the US embassy in Moscow after the recent hearing. We reiterate our call for his immediate release.” A report by Reuters citing diplomats said Gershkovich was probably detained as part of broader Russian effort to build up a store of arrest of US citizens to be swapped for Russian citizens, including convicted spies. However, Russia rarely releases people imprisoned while awaiting trial on serious charges. Moscow has also previously rejected the possibility of an exchange involving Gershkovich until a verdict is reached in his case. So far, no date has been announced for his trial while the American journalist has appealed his detention several times. All the appeals have been rejected by the Russian court. (With inputs from agencies)

Russian court extends detention of US reporter Evan Gershkovich until end of January

A Russian court on Tuesday denied an appeal by US dual citizen journalist Alsu Kurmasheva against her pre-trial detention on charges of allegedly failing to register as a "foreign agent".

Kurmasheva is the second US journalist to be arrested in Russia this year, after Wall Street Journal reporter Evan Gershkovich was detained in March for "spying" -- a charge that he and his employer vehemently deny.

"(Kurmasheva) and her lawyer asked to change the measure of restraint from detention to house arrest. The court disallowed the appeal," a representative from the Supreme Court of Tatarstan told the Interfax news agency.

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Kurmasheva, who works for the US-funded Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty (RFE/RL) media outlet, was detained by Russian law enforcement in the central city of Kazan earlier in October.

A court last week ruled to keep her in pre-trial detention until at least December 5 for the charge of failing to register as a "foreign agent", which carries a potential five-year prison sentence.

Her employer has called for her immediate release.

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Rights groups have warned her detention marks a new threshold in Russia's campaign against independent media, which has escalated dramatically since Moscow's offensive in Ukraine. 
 
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A Russian court on Tuesday denied an appeal by US dual citizen journalist Alsu Kurmasheva against her pre-trial detention on charges of allegedly failing to register as a "foreign agent".

A Russian court on Tuesday denied an appeal by US dual citizen journalist Alsu Kurmasheva against her pre-trial detention on charges of allegedly failing to register as a "foreign agent". Kurmasheva is the second US journalist to be arrested in Russia this year, after Wall Street Journal reporter Evan Gershkovich was detained in March for "spying" -- a charge that he and his employer vehemently deny. "(Kurmasheva) and her lawyer asked to change the measure of restraint from detention to house arrest. The court disallowed the appeal," a representative from the Supreme Court of Tatarstan told the Interfax news agency. ALSO READ | Explained: Russia detains another American journalist. Here’s what we know Kurmasheva, who works for the US-funded Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty (RFE/RL) media outlet, was detained by Russian law enforcement in the central city of Kazan earlier in October. A court last week ruled to keep her in pre-trial detention until at least December 5 for the charge of failing to register as a "foreign agent", which carries a potential five-year prison sentence. Her employer has called for her immediate release. ALSO READ | Russia formally charges American journalist Alsu Kurmasheva detained for violating ‘foreign agent’ law Rights groups have warned her detention marks a new threshold in Russia's campaign against independent media, which has escalated dramatically since Moscow's offensive in Ukraine. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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The US State Department on Friday pressed the military regime in Myanmar for the immediate release of American journalist Daniel Fenster&nbsp;detained in Myanmar.

The State Department said that consular officers from the US&nbsp;embassy in Yangon had sought to visit Daniel Fenster who was working as managing editor for Frontier Myanmar.

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"We are deeply concerned over the detention, "We have pressed the military regime to release him immediately and will continue to do so until he is allowed to return home safely to his family," the State Department said.

Fenster was reportedly detained at the international airport in Yangon. The newspaper said it didn't have information on why the American journalist was detained.

"We are concerned for his wellbeing and call for his immediate release. Our priorities now are to make sure he is safe and provide him with whatever assistance he needs," Frontier Myanmar said.

Fenster, 37, was reportedly trying to return to America when he was detained.

"We urge the Burmese regime to grant consular access, as required by the Vienna Convention on Consular Relations, without delay, and to ensure proper treatment of Daniel while he remains detained," it added.&nbsp;

The Myanmar military has cracked down hard on protesters ever since the coup on February 1 and detained several political leaders including Aung San Suu Kyi.

Several people have been killed in protests and many arrested by the military junta. Several nations including the US and EU have imposed sanctions on Myanmar.

On Friday, Myanmar military tribunal sentenced 28 people to 20 years in jail with hard labour for attacks on two factories in March linked to Chinese investment

The US State Department on Friday pressed the military regime in Myanmar for the immediate release of American journalist Daniel Fenster detained in Myanmar. The State Department said that consular officers from the US embassy in Yangon had sought to visit Daniel Fenster who was working as managing editor for Frontier Myanmar.

The US State Department on Friday pressed the military regime in Myanmar for the immediate release of American journalist Daniel Fenster detained in Myanmar. The State Department said that consular officers from the US embassy in Yangon had sought to visit Daniel Fenster who was working as managing editor for Frontier Myanmar. Watch: "We are deeply concerned over the detention, "We have pressed the military regime to release him immediately and will continue to do so until he is allowed to return home safely to his family," the State Department said. Fenster was reportedly detained at the international airport in Yangon. The newspaper said it didn't have information on why the American journalist was detained. "We are concerned for his wellbeing and call for his immediate release. Our priorities now are to make sure he is safe and provide him with whatever assistance he needs," Frontier Myanmar said. Fenster, 37, was reportedly trying to return to America when he was detained. "We urge the Burmese regime to grant consular access, as required by the Vienna Convention on Consular Relations, without delay, and to ensure proper treatment of Daniel while he remains detained," it added. The Myanmar military has cracked down hard on protesters ever since the coup on February 1 and detained several political leaders including Aung San Suu Kyi. Several people have been killed in protests and many arrested by the military junta. Several nations including the US and EU have imposed sanctions on Myanmar. On Friday, Myanmar military tribunal sentenced 28 people to 20 years in jail with hard labour for attacks on two factories in March linked to Chinese investment

Release American journalist Daniel Fenster immediately: US State Department to Myanmar