Secret Russian trial of American reporter Evan Gershkovich barrels towards end

The transcript discusses the detention of Evan Gershkovich, a journalist, whose case was raised at the UN. Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov claimed there was irrefutable evidence of espionage, though it remains undisclosed. The trial is secretive, with no public or press access. Efforts for a prisoner exchange involving Gershkovich and Paul Whalen are ongoing, with US officials pressing Russia. Lavrov criticized American media for publicizing the negotiations. The US previously secured a prisoner exchange for Brittany Griner. If convicted, Gershkovich faces a 20-year sentence.

What is the main reason the trial of Evan Gershkovich is considered controversial?

• The trial is conducted in secret with no public access.

• There is irrefutable evidence against him.

• The trial is being held in a public court.

• He has already been convicted.

What did the US ambassador to the UN emphasize during her meeting with the Russian Foreign Minister?

• The need for more public trials.

• The importance of maintaining diplomatic relations.

• The US will not rest until the detained Americans are released.

• The need for more evidence in the trial.

What was the Russian Foreign Minister's stance on the public discussion of the prisoner exchange?

• He denied any ongoing negotiations.

• He blamed American journalists for publicizing the issue.

• He requested more media coverage.

• He encouraged open public discussions.

Which previous prisoner exchange was mentioned as a reference in the negotiations?

• The exchange involving US basketball player Brittany Griner.

• The release of a US journalist.

• The exchange of a Russian diplomat.

• The release of a Russian scientist.

What is the potential sentence Evan Gershkovich faces if convicted?

• 5 years in a penal colony.

• Life imprisonment.

• 20 years behind bars.

• 10 years in prison.