Here are key developments in Russia’s case against Wall Street Journal reporter Evan Gershkovich, who was convicted on Friday of espionage charges in an unusually rapid trial in the country’s highly politicized legal system. U.S. officials and The Wall Street Journal have denounced the trial as a sham. The Wall Street Journal and the U.S. government deny the charges. Tracy says that “he is in good health and remains strong.”October 26, 2023 – Gershkovich turns 32 behind bars. After the hearing, court officials announce that closing arguments will take place the next day.

Source: Wall Street Journal July 20, 2024 18:12 UTC