Detention of Wall Street Journal reporter Evan Gershkovich in Russia
Former U.S. ambassador to NATO Kurt Volker says Russia is purposefully holding WSJ reporter Evan Gershkovich hostage to pressure the U.S. over its support for Ukraine on Fox News Live. Former President Donald Trump predicted that Gershkovich will be released by Russia 'almost immediately' following this year’s presidential election.
Key Points
- Evan Gershkovich has been detained in Russia since March 2023 on espionage allegations
- Trump believes Gershkovich will be released by Russia post-presidential election
- President Biden has called for Gershkovich's release
Pros
- Former U.S. ambassador to NATO Kurt Volker highlights the issue on Fox News Live
- President Trump predicts the release of Evan Gershkovich by Russia
Cons
- Evan Gershkovich remains detained in Russia on espionage allegations