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Gershkovich reflects on arrest in Russia and rebuilding life

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Newest development Sep 30, 2026 · 2 reportsGershkovich reflects on arrest in Russia and rebuilding life

Evan Gershkovich reflects on arrest in Russia and reclaiming his life after release

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  1. In Evan Gershkovich’s new memoir, prison is a microcosm of Russia

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    Gershkovich reflects on arrest in Russia and rebuilding life

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  1. Wall Street Journal

    How Evan Gershkovich Kept Reporting From Inside Russia’s Prison System (opens Wall Street Journal)

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    The reporter sits down with WSJ Editor in Chief Emma Tucker to discuss his arrest and imprisonment in Moscow’s infamous Lefortovo prison.

  2. The Economist

    In Evan Gershkovich’s new memoir, prison is a microcosm of Russia (opens The Economist)

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    His stint behind bars offer a window onto the country’s wartime soul

  3. Poynter

    Evan Gershkovich spent 491 days imprisoned in Russia. Now he’s telling his story. (opens Poynter)

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    Wall Street Journal reporter Evan Gershkovich was arrested while reporting in Russia on March 29, 2023. When he learned he was being charged with espionage, he was, believe it or […]

  4. PBS NewsHour

    Evan Gershkovich reflects on arrest in Russia and reclaiming his life after release (opens PBS NewsHour)

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    In 2024, Wall Street Journal correspondent Evan Gershkovich was freed from detention in Russia, as part of a complex prisoner swap that included 16 people from seven countries. Gershkovich sat down with Amna Nawaz to discuss his arrest, his time in prison and his new book, "This Cursed Beautiful Lan…

  5. Crosscut

    Gershkovich reflects on arrest in Russia and rebuilding life (opens Crosscut)

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    Evan Gershkovich reflects on arrest in Russia and reclaiming his life after release

  6. Fox News

    Evan Gershkovich details Russian arrest, reveals moment that nearly broke him during wrongful detention (opens Fox News)

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    Evan Gershkovich revealed in his new book "This Cursed Beautiful Land" how an FSB setup led to his arrest and the moment that nearly broke him.

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