Marina Ovsyannikova, a former Russian state TV journalist who protested against President Vladimir Putin’s Ukraine invasion during a live broadcast, has fled the country, her lawyers reportedly said.

The 44-year-old Ukrainian-born woman came under heavy scrutiny by Russian officials after she decried the conflict by flashing a poster that read “no war” during the live broadcast of Channel One in March.

Subsequently, she was fined 30,000 roubles (£460) for violating the protest laws and was sacked.

"Ovsyannikova and her daughter left Russia a few hours after departing from the address where she was under house arrest. They are in Europe now," Ovsyannikova's lawyer Dmitry Zakhvatov told AFP.

"They are fine. They are waiting until they can talk about it publicly, but for now, it is not safe," he added.

Since August, she was under house arrest after she again protested against the war in Ukraine in mid-July near Kremlin. She was the lone participant and had carried a poster that read "Putin is a murderer. His soldiers are fascists".

After that, she was detained and was charged with a potential 10 years in prison for distributing information about the Russian armed forces deemed false by the government.

According to reports, Putin had added the journalist on a wanted list after she evaded house arrest with her daughter.

Ovsyannikova later clarified on social media saying that she was innocent and hence decided not to comply with the order.

“I consider myself completely innocent, and since our state refuses to comply with its own laws, I&nbsp;refuse to comply&nbsp;with the measure of restraint imposed on me as of 30 September 2022 and release myself from it,” she said on her social media channels on October 5.

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Marina Ovsyannikova, a former Russian state TV journalist who protested against President Vladimir Putin’s Ukraine invasion during a live broadcast, has fled the country, her lawyers reportedly said.

Marina Ovsyannikova, a former Russian state TV journalist who protested against President Vladimir Putin’s Ukraine invasion during a live broadcast, has fled the country, her lawyers reportedly said. The 44-year-old Ukrainian-born woman came under heavy scrutiny by Russian officials after she decried the conflict by flashing a poster that read “no war” during the live broadcast of Channel One in March. Subsequently, she was fined 30,000 roubles (£460) for violating the protest laws and was sacked. "Ovsyannikova and her daughter left Russia a few hours after departing from the address where she was under house arrest. They are in Europe now," Ovsyannikova's lawyer Dmitry Zakhvatov told AFP. "They are fine. They are waiting until they can talk about it publicly, but for now, it is not safe," he added. Since August, she was under house arrest after she again protested against the war in Ukraine in mid-July near Kremlin. She was the lone participant and had carried a poster that read "Putin is a murderer. His soldiers are fascists". After that, she was detained and was charged with a potential 10 years in prison for distributing information about the Russian armed forces deemed false by the government. According to reports, Putin had added the journalist on a wanted list after she evaded house arrest with her daughter. Ovsyannikova later clarified on social media saying that she was innocent and hence decided not to comply with the order. “I consider myself completely innocent, and since our state refuses to comply with its own laws, I refuse to comply with the measure of restraint imposed on me as of 30 September 2022 and release myself from it,” she said on her social media channels on October 5. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

Marina Ovsyannikova: Journalist who decried Putin’s Ukraine invasion on live TV flees Russia

Marina Ovsyannikova, the 'wanted' Russian TV journalist, infamous for hijacking a state television broadcast to denounce the ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine on Wednesday confirmed that she had indeed escaped house arrest.

Marina Ovsyannikova, the 'wanted' Russian TV journalist, infamous for hijacking a state television broadcast to denounce the ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine on Wednesday confirmed that she had indeed escaped house arrest. "I consider myself completely innocent, and since our state refuses to comply with its own laws, I refuse to comply with the measure of restraint imposed on me as of 30 September 2022 and release myself from it," said Ovsyannikova in a message on her telegram social media feed. It is still unclear how Ovsyannikova escaped the house arrest and where she went but her name has been put on Moscow's fugitive list since Monday when the news of her escape first made the rounds. As reported by WION, it was Ovsyannikova's ex-husband that confirmed the news initially to Russian state media. "Last night, my ex-wife left the place that the court assigned her for house arrest and, together with my 11-year-old daughter, fled in an unknown direction," said the ex-husband. Read more: Russian TV journalist who criticised Putin listed 'wanted' after fleeing house arrest Ovsyannikova had made headlines by staging an on-air protest on Russia's Channel One on March 16 evening. The 44-year-old journalist held up an anti-war sign behind a studio presenter. "Stop the war. Don't believe the propaganda. They're lying to you," read the sign. She also shouted slogans condemning Russia's invasion of Ukraine. After her first arrest, back in March, Ovsyannikova in an interview with Reuters stated that she had no plans to flee Russia and that she hoped she would not face criminal charges. Read more: Marina Ovsyannikova: Russian TV protester accused of being a British spy However, it was before she was put under a two months house arrest in August and awaited a trial. She faces up to 10 years in prison if found guilty of spreading fake news about Moscow's armed forces. However, given she has escaped house arrest, the sentence could be increased if she is caught. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

'Wanted' Russian TV journalist confirms she escaped house arrest, claims to be innocent

Disclaimer: A number of claims and counterclaims are being made on the Ukraine-Russia conflict on the ground and online. While WION takes utmost care to accurately report this developing news story, we cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, photos and videos.

Disclaimer: A number of claims and counterclaims are being made on the Ukraine-Russia conflict on the ground and online. While WION takes utmost care to accurately report this developing news story, we cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, photos and videos. Marina Ovsyannikova, a Russian TV journalist who made headlines by hijacking a state television broadcast to denounce the ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine has been put on Moscow's wanted list after she allegedly escaped house arrest. "Last night, my ex-wife left the place that the court assigned her for house arrest and, together with my 11-year-old daughter, fled in an unknown direction," Ovsyannikova's ex-husband was quoted as saying by state-run news outlet Russia Today. Reportedly, Ovsyannikova was awaiting a trial and had been put under a two months house arrest in August. She faces up to 10 years in prison if found guilty of spreading fake news about Moscow's armed forces. After her first arrest, back in March, Ovsyannikova in an interview with Reuters stated that she had no plans to flee Russia and that she hoped she would not face criminal charges. Read more: Russian journalist who dared to criticise Vladimir Putin picked up by police while walking dogs In an on-air protest on Russia's Channel One on March 16 evening, the 44-year-old Ovsyannikova held up an anti-war sign behind a studio presenter. "Stop the war. Don't believe the propaganda. They're lying to you," read the sign. She also shouted slogans condemning Russia's invasion of Ukraine. The editor has also been charged with unlawful protest after the incident went viral globally. As reported by WION, after Ovsyannikova made the news, she was accused of being a British spy. Kirill Kleimyonov, head of Channel One's news division, appeared on a news programme and claimed that she was a British spy. Read more: Marina Ovsyannikova: Russian TV protester accused of being a British spy "Not long before [the protest], according to our information, Marina Ovsyannikova spoke with the British embassy. Who among you has had a telephone conversation with a foreign embassy?" Kleimyonov claimed as quoted by The Times. "She betrays coldly, prudently, for a firmly agreed [financial] bonus - by the way, so as not to lose her previous one. The woman with the poster timed the action exactly to receive her next salary payment - so betrayal is always one's personal choice," he added. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

Russian TV journalist who criticised Putin listed 'wanted' after fleeing house arrest

Marina Ovsyannikova, the former Russian state TV journalist who protested against President Vladimir Putin's incursion in Ukraine, has now been charged with spreading false information about the country's army. If convicted, Ovsyannikova faces a jail term of up to 10 years. Ukraine-born Ovsyannikova came into the international spotlight after she staged a walk-out in front of a studio camera with an anti-war placard during a live news broadcast on Russia's flagship Channel One.

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As per Reuters, information about the charges against her was shared by her lawyer on Telegram. Apparently, the charges are related to a protest last month where Ovsyannikova held up an anti-war placard on the Moskva river embankment opposite Kremlin and shared pictures on her telegram channel.

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Soon after, she was picked up by the police while out walking her pet dogs. At that time, she was not charged but was made to wait at the police station for a few hours.

"Went for a walk with the dogs, just stepped outside the gate, people in uniform approached me," she had posted,&nbsp;referring to a police station in the Moscow district added, "Now I'm sitting in Krasnoselsky ministry of internal affairs".

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However, since then she has been detained and fined several times for her continuing opposition to Russia's military campaign in Ukraine.

Reuters reports that earlier on Wednesday the journalist had also announced that the police Russian police had forced their way into her home in the early hours of the morning around 6 am to conduct a search before taking her away to charge her.

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Marina Ovsyannikova, the former Russian state TV journalist who protested against President Vladimir Putin's incursion in Ukraine, has now been charged with spreading false information about the country's army.

Marina Ovsyannikova, the former Russian state TV journalist who protested against President Vladimir Putin's incursion in Ukraine, has now been charged with spreading false information about the country's army. If convicted, Ovsyannikova faces a jail term of up to 10 years. Ukraine-born Ovsyannikova came into the international spotlight after she staged a walk-out in front of a studio camera with an anti-war placard during a live news broadcast on Russia's flagship Channel One. Watch | Gravitas: Blast rips through Russian base in Crimea As per Reuters, information about the charges against her was shared by her lawyer on Telegram. Apparently, the charges are related to a protest last month where Ovsyannikova held up an anti-war placard on the Moskva river embankment opposite Kremlin and shared pictures on her telegram channel. Also read | Russian journalist who dared to criticise Vladimir Putin picked up by police while walking dogs Soon after, she was picked up by the police while out walking her pet dogs. At that time, she was not charged but was made to wait at the police station for a few hours. "Went for a walk with the dogs, just stepped outside the gate, people in uniform approached me," she had posted, referring to a police station in the Moscow district added, "Now I'm sitting in Krasnoselsky ministry of internal affairs". Also read | Thirteen killed in Russian strikes near Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant, says Ukraine However, since then she has been detained and fined several times for her continuing opposition to Russia's military campaign in Ukraine. Reuters reports that earlier on Wednesday the journalist had also announced that the police Russian police had forced their way into her home in the early hours of the morning around 6 am to conduct a search before taking her away to charge her. (With inputs from agencies) Watch WION LIVE HERE: You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

Russian journalist who called out Vladimir Putin over Ukraine invasion now faces 10 years in jail

The Russian investigators have detained a television journalist Marina Ovsyannikova. She had earlier denounced Russian President Vladimir Putin for his attack on Ukraine on live television in Russia, the journalist had also staged a one-woman protest near Kremlin.

Moscow: Russian anti-war journalist Marina Ovsyannikova detained again

Months after she interrupted a live TV broadcast to protest Moscow's military campaign in Ukraine, a Russian journalist named Marina Ovsyannikova was detained by the country's police on Sunday. According to AFP, her arrest came just days after Ovsyannikova demonstrated alone near the Kremlin with a sign criticising Russia's presence in Ukraine and President Vladimir Putin. The journalist had gone out for a walk with her dogs when she was abruptly approached by people in uniforms, reports Reuters. Her arrest was announced on her Telegram channel, along with photographs of two police officers leading her towards a white van.

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"Marina has been detained," said the post, adding "There is no information on where she is."

The Ria-Novosti news agency received confirmation of her detention from her attorney, Dmitri Zakhvatov, who claimed to be unaware of Ovsyannikova's whereabouts.

He said, "I assume that it is linked one way or another to her act of protest."

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Shortly after the arrest, as per Reuters Marina posted a picture of herself and her two dogs on her Facebook page.&nbsp;

"Went for a walk with the dogs, just stepped outside the gate, people in uniform approached me," she wrote.&nbsp;Referring to a police station in the Moscow district, she added, "Now I'm sitting in Krasnoselsky ministry of internal affairs".

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She was released three hours later.&nbsp;

"I'm home. Everything is okay," she posted on Facebook, adding "but now I know it's always best to bring a suitcase and passport if you go out."

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Months after she interrupted a live TV broadcast to protest Moscow's military campaign in Ukraine, a Russian journalist named Marina Ovsyannikova was detained by the country's police on Sunday.

Months after she interrupted a live TV broadcast to protest Moscow's military campaign in Ukraine, a Russian journalist named Marina Ovsyannikova was detained by the country's police on Sunday. According to AFP, her arrest came just days after Ovsyannikova demonstrated alone near the Kremlin with a sign criticising Russia's presence in Ukraine and President Vladimir Putin. The journalist had gone out for a walk with her dogs when she was abruptly approached by people in uniforms, reports Reuters. Her arrest was announced on her Telegram channel, along with photographs of two police officers leading her towards a white van. Watch | Ukrainian vet dodges mines to save animals in Mariupol "Marina has been detained," said the post, adding "There is no information on where she is." The Ria-Novosti news agency received confirmation of her detention from her attorney, Dmitri Zakhvatov, who claimed to be unaware of Ovsyannikova's whereabouts. He said, "I assume that it is linked one way or another to her act of protest." Also read | Russia will take more aggressive stance against Ukraine, says defence minister Sergei Shoigu Shortly after the arrest, as per Reuters Marina posted a picture of herself and her two dogs on her Facebook page. "Went for a walk with the dogs, just stepped outside the gate, people in uniform approached me," she wrote. Referring to a police station in the Moscow district, she added, "Now I'm sitting in Krasnoselsky ministry of internal affairs". Also read | 'War is war, but lunch must be served on time,' says Ukrainian sushi chef She was released three hours later. "I'm home. Everything is okay," she posted on Facebook, adding "but now I know it's always best to bring a suitcase and passport if you go out." (With inputs from agencies) Watch WION LIVE HERE: You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

Russian journalist who dared to criticise Vladimir Putin picked up by police while walking dogs

The Russian journalist, who protested her country’s war in Ukraine during a broadcast on the state-run television, said that she is quitting her job but also declined the asylum offer from France.<o:p></o:p>

Marina Ovsyannikova, who worked for Russia’s Channel 1, help up a sign on live television requesting the nation to believe propaganda – an action that can result in years of jail time.<o:p></o:p>

The sign read - "Stop the war. Don't believe the propaganda. They're lying to you here."

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Ovsyannikova was questioned by the Russian authorities for 14 hours and fined 30,000 Rubles ($290) for her actions. According to an AFP report, the Russian Parliament has passed several laws following Russia's invasion of Ukraine that ban the media from using the words "invasion" or "assault" to describe the conflict in Ukraine and prohibit "discrediting" the Russian military.<o:p></o:p>

In an interview with FRANCE24, Ovsyannikova thanked French President Emmanuel Macron’s statement to offer her asylum in France but decided to decline the offer.<o:p></o:p>

"Unfortunately, I won't be able to accept this kind offer because I am a patriot, I want to stay and live in my own country with my family, all my friends are here, and I want to stay in Russia,"

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"As I've said, it is the war in Ukraine that really is the point of no return. This was the trigger. People never thought such a thing could happen. On February 24, I stopped sleeping. I lost all sense of direction in my life…and I understood that I couldn't remain silent," Ovsyannikova said.<o:p></o:p>

Ovsyannikova has two children and during the interview, she also said that her young son believes that his mother has “destroyed” their family live following the protest on live television.<o:p></o:p>

"But I explained to him that in life, you have to react and make decisions that are often complicated. And that above all, we must bring an end to this fratricidal war. We must stop this madness before we reach something like nuclear war. So, I think when my son is a bit older, I think he will be able to understand my gesture," she said.

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The Russian journalist, who protested her country’s war in Ukraine during a broadcast on the state-run television, said that she is quitting her job but also declined the asylum offer from France.

The Russian journalist, who protested her country’s war in Ukraine during a broadcast on the state-run television, said that she is quitting her job but also declined the asylum offer from France. Marina Ovsyannikova, who worked for Russia’s Channel 1, help up a sign on live television requesting the nation to believe propaganda – an action that can result in years of jail time. The sign read - "Stop the war. Don't believe the propaganda. They're lying to you here." Also read | Russian President Vladimir Putin issues warning to 'traitors' Ovsyannikova was questioned by the Russian authorities for 14 hours and fined 30,000 Rubles ($290) for her actions. According to an AFP report, the Russian Parliament has passed several laws following Russia's invasion of Ukraine that ban the media from using the words "invasion" or "assault" to describe the conflict in Ukraine and prohibit "discrediting" the Russian military. In an interview with FRANCE24, Ovsyannikova thanked French President Emmanuel Macron’s statement to offer her asylum in France but decided to decline the offer. "Unfortunately, I won't be able to accept this kind offer because I am a patriot, I want to stay and live in my own country with my family, all my friends are here, and I want to stay in Russia," Also read | As Russia's advance halts in Ukraine, US warns China over backing Putin "As I've said, it is the war in Ukraine that really is the point of no return. This was the trigger. People never thought such a thing could happen. On February 24, I stopped sleeping. I lost all sense of direction in my life…and I understood that I couldn't remain silent," Ovsyannikova said. Ovsyannikova has two children and during the interview, she also said that her young son believes that his mother has “destroyed” their family live following the protest on live television. "But I explained to him that in life, you have to react and make decisions that are often complicated. And that above all, we must bring an end to this fratricidal war. We must stop this madness before we reach something like nuclear war. So, I think when my son is a bit older, I think he will be able to understand my gesture," she said. Watch | Russian bombardments sparks blaze as fire rages in western Kyiv

Russia TV protester Marina Ovsyannikova quits channel but turns down France asylum offer

According to reports, a Russian model's body was found in a suitcase over a year after she had gone missing.

Gretta Vedler, 23, had criticised President Putin calling him&nbsp;a "psychopath". Her boyfriend reportedly admitted to the murder.

Vedler had said that Putin showed "clear psychopathy or sociopathy" while criticising the ex-KGB official. In a chilling message, she had said: "Maybe he really wants to enhance the integrity of Russia and sincerely wishes the good for the Russians. But can he really do anything?"

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Vedler's boyfriend Korovin reportedly strangled her to death and kept her in a hotel room before putting the body in a suitcase and then transferred&nbsp;it in a car. Korovin was caught after a blogger suspected something was wrong and asked someone in Moscow to file a report with the police.

Vedler's&nbsp;postings on Putin in January 2021 do not link the Russian president to her death, however, it comes as a chilling reminder of how Putin was set to react a year later.

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There have been several reports of anti-government protests since Putin declared his "special military operation". On Tuesday, a television journalist held a poster behind a news anchor during a live show protesting against the war.&nbsp;

Marina Ovsyannikova who works for Channel One held out &nbsp;her message which read: &nbsp;"NO WAR. Stop the war. Don't believe propaganda. They are lying to you here." The Kremlin denounced the protests as "hooliganism" even as a court let off Ovsyannikova with a $280 fine.&nbsp;

Ovsyannikova later said that she was interrogated for over 14 hours by authorities and was provided no judicial assistance.

In a video message before her protests on state TV, Ovsyannikova said: "The next 10 generations of our descendants will not wash away the shame of this fratricidal war" clearly criticising the Russian president for the Ukraine war.

(With inputs from Agencies)

According to reports, a Russian model's body was found in a suitcase over a year after she had gone missing. Gretta Vedler, 23, had criticised President Putin calling him a "psychopath".

According to reports, a Russian model's body was found in a suitcase over a year after she had gone missing. Gretta Vedler, 23, had criticised President Putin calling him a "psychopath". Her boyfriend reportedly admitted to the murder. Vedler had said that Putin showed "clear psychopathy or sociopathy" while criticising the ex-KGB official. In a chilling message, she had said: "Maybe he really wants to enhance the integrity of Russia and sincerely wishes the good for the Russians. But can he really do anything?" Also Read: Russian police spots 'orders' for terrorist attacks against Moscow on darknet Vedler's boyfriend Korovin reportedly strangled her to death and kept her in a hotel room before putting the body in a suitcase and then transferred it in a car. Korovin was caught after a blogger suspected something was wrong and asked someone in Moscow to file a report with the police. Vedler's postings on Putin in January 2021 do not link the Russian president to her death, however, it comes as a chilling reminder of how Putin was set to react a year later. Watch: Veteran Journalist working for Fox News killed while reporting near Kyiv There have been several reports of anti-government protests since Putin declared his "special military operation". On Tuesday, a television journalist held a poster behind a news anchor during a live show protesting against the war. Marina Ovsyannikova who works for Channel One held out her message which read: "NO WAR. Stop the war. Don't believe propaganda. They are lying to you here." The Kremlin denounced the protests as "hooliganism" even as a court let off Ovsyannikova with a $280 fine. Ovsyannikova later said that she was interrogated for over 14 hours by authorities and was provided no judicial assistance. In a video message before her protests on state TV, Ovsyannikova said: "The next 10 generations of our descendants will not wash away the shame of this fratricidal war" clearly criticising the Russian president for the Ukraine war. (With inputs from Agencies)

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A court on Tuesday released a Russian TV editor who had protested against President Putin's military action against Ukraine with a $280 fine.

TV editor Marina Ovsyannikova had placed a poster behind&nbsp;the anchor on the live news show which read "No War" as the clip went viral worldwide. The sign read: "NO WAR. Stop the war. Don't believe propaganda. They are lying to you here."

Marina faced ten-day detention for speaking out against the war. Russian President Putin had declared his forces were undertaking a "special military operation" as Russian forces began bombardment of Ukraine on February 24.

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Ovsyannikova pleaded not guilty before the court and declared that, "I am still convinced that Russia is committing a crime". She said Russian authorities questioned her for 14 hours even as his lawyer earlier the day had said she could not be located.

Her lawyer Daniil Berman had said Marina faced a longer prison sentence under new laws against "fake news" of upto 15 years in jail. In a video release, Ovsyannikova declared that her father is Ukrainian and her mother is Russian.

"I was not allowed to contact my relatives or provided with any judicial help," she told reporters.

Kremlin denounced her protest as "hooliganism" as the court said she was found guilty of flouting protest laws. &nbsp;In a video recording before the incident, Ovsyannikova said: "The next 10 generations of our descendants will not wash away the shame of this fratricidal war."

(With inputs from Agencies)

A court on Tuesday released a Russian TV editor who had protested against President Putin's military action against Ukraine with a $280 fine. TV editor Marina Ovsyannikova had placed a poster behind the anchor on the live news show which read "No War" as the clip went viral worldwide.

A court on Tuesday released a Russian TV editor who had protested against President Putin's military action against Ukraine with a $280 fine. TV editor Marina Ovsyannikova had placed a poster behind the anchor on the live news show which read "No War" as the clip went viral worldwide. The sign read: "NO WAR. Stop the war. Don't believe propaganda. They are lying to you here." Marina faced ten-day detention for speaking out against the war. Russian President Putin had declared his forces were undertaking a "special military operation" as Russian forces began bombardment of Ukraine on February 24. Also Read: Woman journalist interrupts Russian TV news to protest war Ovsyannikova pleaded not guilty before the court and declared that, "I am still convinced that Russia is committing a crime". She said Russian authorities questioned her for 14 hours even as his lawyer earlier the day had said she could not be located. Her lawyer Daniil Berman had said Marina faced a longer prison sentence under new laws against "fake news" of upto 15 years in jail. In a video release, Ovsyannikova declared that her father is Ukrainian and her mother is Russian. "I was not allowed to contact my relatives or provided with any judicial help," she told reporters. Kremlin denounced her protest as "hooliganism" as the court said she was found guilty of flouting protest laws. In a video recording before the incident, Ovsyannikova said: "The next 10 generations of our descendants will not wash away the shame of this fratricidal war." (With inputs from Agencies)

Russian court fines woman journalist after on-air protest