Detained Journalist in Russia and Hostage Diplomacy

Journalist Evan Gershkovich has been detained in Russia for a year, becoming a pawn in a larger game of prisoner swaps. The U.S. has set up a special office to handle hostage diplomacy.

Detention of American Journalist Evan Gershkovich in Russia

American journalist Evan Gershkovich has been detained in Russia for a year on espionage charges, sparking concerns of 'hostage diplomacy' and strained US-Russian relations. The Wall Street Journal vehemently rejects the charges, and Gershkovich's case echoes past incidents of wrongful detentions. Efforts to secure his release continue amidst a murky justice system and political negotiations.