Evan Gershkovich, who was detained by Russian authorities on espionage charges in March, has met with US officials for a second time at the Lefortovo prison in Moscow. The US Ambassador to Russia, Lynne Tracy, met detained American reporter Evan Gershkovich at Lefortovo Prison in Moscow, the State Department said Monday. "Ambassador Tracy reports that Mr. Gershkovich is in good health and remains strong, despite his circumstances," a spokesperson said. Tracy met Gershkovich for the second time following their first meeting on April 17 at the facility. Why Russia is holding Evan GershkovichRussian authorities detained Gershkovich in March.

Source: Wall Street Journal July 03, 2023 23:34 UTC