Despite an appeal to end his pretrial detention, journalist Evan Gershkovich will remain in custody in Russia until late June on espionage charges. The 32-year-old was detained in March 2022 while reporting in Russia and has been wrongfully detained since. The international community, including the U.S. government and press freedom groups, has condemned his apprehension. The Wall Street Journal, where Gershkovich is an employee, has highlighted his plight, with the editor-in-chief urging his release. President Biden has also spoken out against Gershkovich’s detention, calling it ‘wholly unjust and illegal.’ The journalist remains steadfast and hopeful, despite his situation.