Russia arrests two more journalists - reports - BBC News

Sergei Karelin and Konstantin Gabov have both worked for international outlets.

3 hours agoShareclose panelShare pageCopy linkAbout sharingImage source, Associated PressImage caption, Sergei Karelin was reportedly arrested on FridayBy Ido VockBBC NewsRussia has reportedly arrested two journalists who have been working with international news outlets.

Sergei Karelin - a Russian and Israeli citizen - was detained on Friday, the Associated Press reported. He has previously worked with the news agency.

He is accused of "extremism" in connection with alleged work for the late opposition leader Alexei Navalny's foundation - charges he denies.

A day earlier, Konstantin Gabov was detained on similar charges.

Mr Gabov has worked with outlets including Reuters.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-68915764

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