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 was the outcome of the talks between the U.S. and Russia regarding prisoner exchange?

What sentence is Paul Whalen currently serving in Russia?