Russia's legal interpretation of 'espionage' has broadened since the Soviet era – as the case of Evan Gershkovich shows
- Written by William E. Butler, Distinguished Professor of Law, Penn State
The Wall Street Journal reporter Evan Gershkovich faces up to 20 years behind bars on espionage charges.Sefa Karacan/Anadolu Agency via Getty ImagesThe case of Wall Street Journal correspondent Evan Gershkovich, who on April 18, 2023, saw his appeal against investigative detention on spying charges turned down by a Russian court, has echoes of an...





