Title: The Injustice Continues: Evan Gershkovich Appeals Extension of Detention in Russia Evan Gershkovich, a respected American journalist, has been held in detention by Russian authorities for two months without any credible evidence to support his charges. And now, the unjust detention is being extended for another three months. Gershkovich, who is currently appealing the extension, is a victim of a clearly politically motivated attack on press freedom in Russia. The case against Gershkovich is completely baseless and is simply another example of the Putin government's consistent attack on independent journalists. Russia has a long history of suppressing free speech and critical journalism, and this is just the latest example of their blatant disregard for the rule of law. The fact that Gershkovich has been held for two months without any legitimate evidence is outrageous. This is a clear infringement upon his basic human rights. And the fact that the detention has now been extended for another three months is unacceptable. This is an egregious abuse of power on the part of Russian authorities. We cannot allow this kind of injustice to go unchallenged. The international community must stand in solidarity with Evan Gershkovich and demand his immediate release. Journalists must be free to report on what they see without fear of persecution or retaliation. The situation facing Evan Gershkovich is a clear call to action. We must continue to speak out against this attack on press freedom, for the sake of not only Gershkovich but for all journalists who are being persecuted in Russia and around the world. Already jailed for two months on charges for which Russia has provided no evidence, Mr. Gershkovich has been ordered to remain in prison for three more.
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