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Where is Russian TV producer Marina Ovsyannikova?
There are fears for the safety of a Russian television news producer who ambushed a live bulletin protesting against the war in Ukraine
Marina Ovsyannikova, an editor and producer at a Russian television network, ambushed a live news bulletin on Monday, with a sign protesting against the war in neighbouring Ukraine.
Under new laws in Russia, it is illegal to protest against the War in Ukraine, and those who denounce the Kremlin face 15 years in prison.
The Russian Government continues to spread propaganda in its own country, stating that the war in Ukraine is a “special military operation” – and must be referred to that way.
Social media has labelled the journalist as “brave and courageous” – but there are now growing concerns for her safety following her arrest at the news station in which she works for.
Ovsyannikova, is an editor at Channel One Russia. Before crashing into the studio and going live on air, she recorded a video message in which she condemned the war in Ukraine.
She said that she was ashamed to work for a news network that has been forced by Vladimir Putin and his government to spread propaganda throughout Russia, and lying about the truth.
She says her father is Ukrainian and her mother is Russian, and “they have never been enemies”
The producer stated her work lately has been nothing but spreading propaganda at the request of the Kremlin, and as a result it had left her “ashamed.”
“Ashamed that I lied on TV, ashamed that I allowed the brainwashing of Russian people”
She said in a statement.
Ovsyannikova urged all in Russia to attend protests and shine a light on Putin’s aggressive behaviour in Ukraine.
The scene during the producer’s arrest
The scene in Moscow outside the television station where police had been initially holding and presumably interrogating Marina Ovsyannikova was dark, cold and gloomy according to journalists in Moscow.
Ticker NEWS understands that Ovsyannikova has now been taken to a police station and is facing serious charges.
Human rights lawyers along with people on social media however are fearful of her safety above all else, many stating that she may be facing brutal torture as punishment for embarrassing the Kremlin on live television.
Ovsyannikova has not been seen since her arrest.
It’s that time of year again when Time Magazine awards its person of the year, so here’s the shortlist so far
Time Magazine is looking for who dominated headlines and conversations in 2022. Ahead of the reveal this week, it has shortlisted a few candidates.
Elon Musk makes the cut
Top pick, is Elon Musk once again. The billionaire dominating headlines for his $44 billion takeover of Twitter.
He is no stranger to controversy, with many critics slamming his changes to the social media giant.
Xi Jinping
Next, is Xi Jinping as he secured himself a third term as President of China. He also stole the global spotlight for his draconian zero-covid strategy, as thousands call for his resignation.
Xi has also been the centre of geopolitical tensions and trade with the United States and Australia.
Plus, China’s dominance over Taiwan has cause a global stir.
U.S. Supreme Court
Also named is the U.S. Supreme court for overturning the nearly 50-year-old Roe v. Wade abortion law.
The landmark ruling overturned the law that recognised a woman’s constitutional right to an abortion and legalised it nationwide.
It sparked global protests with thousands of women begging for the right to decide what they do with their own bodies.
Volodymyr Zelensky
No surprise, Ukraine’s Volodymyr Zelensky made the cut. The comedian turned President is leading his country through war.
During 2022, Zelensky has given unwavering strength for Ukraine. He has forced world leaders to support the war-torn nation, in the face of Russian aggression.
He has been a pillar of hope, endurance and resilience.
Iran protestors
Protestors in Iran have also been named, as the country continues to stand up against the strict Islamic Republic.
The uprising is one of the largest in the nations history, with the world unable to turn a blind eye.
Women have been burning their hijabs and cutting their hair, forcing the Parliament to review the mandatory hijab law.
The magazine also made mention of Ron DeSantis, Gun safety advocates and Liz Cheney.
A photo used in Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s new Netflix documentary has critics going wild
A photo used in the Netflix trailer of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle has been deemed ‘fake’ by some.
In the trailer for the famous couple’s documentary, it shows them being hounded by the press.
Critics have suggested the pair used a fake image, portraying the paparazzi in a negative light.
But The Sun reports the shot was actually taken from the premiere of a Harry Potter film.
If this is true, it means the shot was actually filmed years before the pair event met.
Some royal experts believe Netflix have been careless in the process. The pair are yet to comment on the claims.
The documentary is set to air on December 8, 2022.
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