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The prosecution's case: 'I was lured into a trap': Evan Gershkovich on moment that led to 16 months in Russian jail
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'I was lured into a trap': Evan Gershkovich on moment that led to 16 months in Russian jail
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Real event · international · 2026-09-29
Final verdict announced: September 30, 2026 at 10:01 AM ET
'I was lured into a trap': Evan Gershkovich on moment that led to 16 months in Russian jail
The US journalist reflects on being a pawn in a greater game.
The documented connection: No documented connection · Authority: none
Evan Gershkovich's experience highlights the complexities of international journalism.
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