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Two Russian journalists have recently been arrested on allegations of 'extremism', marking the latest episode in a sweeping crackdown on dissent and press freedom by the Russian government. The journalists are accused of working for the YouTube channel associated with the late Russian opposition figure, Alexei Navalny, an accusation that carries a hefty prison sentence…
Konstantin Gabov and Sergey Karelin are the latest journalists to be arrested in Russia for "extremism" following their
alleged work with Navalny s Anti-Corruption Foundation (FBK). Both journalists were previously employed by international news platforms. Gabov worked for Reuters, Karelin for Deutsche Welle and Associated Press. While they have denied the charges, they will face up to six years in prison if convicted. The International and European Federation of Journalists (IFJ-EFJ) demand the immediate release of the journalists and reiterate the condemnation of the Russian authorities continued crackdown on independent journalists.
Three reporters have been arrested in three days, accused of discrediting the Russian army and association with the organization of deceased dissident Alexei Navalny