Journalists Face Jail Time for Navalny-Related Charges

Four journalists in Russia, accused of working for the banned organization of the late opposition leader Alexei Navalny, are facing nearly six-year prison sentences. They have been on trial behind closed doors since October, accused of belonging to an extremist group, charges they vehemently deny.

Russian prosecutors have demanded jail terms of five years and 11 months for four journalists accused of working with an organization linked to late opposition leader Alexei Navalny. The journalists, identified as Antonina Favorskaya, Sergei Karelin, Konstantin Gabov, and Artem Kriger, were led out of court as a Reuters witness observed.

These journalists have been subject to a closed-door trial since October. Authorities have charged them with belonging to an extremist group, allegations they deny vehemently.

The case underscores ongoing tensions in Russia's media landscape, as authorities continue to crack down on perceived dissent and opposition-related activities.

(With inputs from agencies.)