Four Russian journalists go on trial for links to Navalny's anti-corruption group

Four Russian journalists began their trial in Moscow on Wednesday, accused of working for an anti-corruption group linked to the late opposition leader Alexei Navalny. This group was labeled as extremist by Russian authorities in 2021. The journalists—Antonina Favorskaya, Artyom Kriger, Sergey Karelin, and Konstantin Gabov—were arrested earlier this year. They face charges that could lead to six years in prison, which they deny. The trial is closed to the public. This case reflects the ongoing crackdown on dissent in Russia, which has intensified since the invasion of Ukraine. The journalists were greeted by supporters as they entered the courtroom, where they expressed hope for a future with greater freedoms.