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3 July
The influencers shared their journey to the Empire State Building for the dramatic marriage proposal that ended with arrests.
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A Russian couple, Angela Nikolaou and Ivan Berkous, gained international attention after illegally climbing to the top of the Empire State Building in New York City on July 1, 2026, to stage a marriage proposal. The couple unfurled a banner reading, “When the power of love conquers the love of power, the world knows peace,” before Berkous knelt to propose to Nikolaou at a height of approximately 443 meters.
The couple's actions, characterized by some as a form of artistic expression, resulted in their arrest shortly after the proposal. They were taken into custody by the New York Police Department and face several charges related to their unauthorized ascent. Video footage from the event showed the couple sharing a kiss and celebratory moments atop the iconic skyscraper, prompting discussions about the motivations behind their daring act and its implications for public safety and activism.
This incident has drawn significant media coverage, highlighting the blend of romance and a message advocating for global peace, as well as the potential consequences for the couple’s risky undertaking. Details about how they accessed the building and their plans moving forward remain unclear as they await legal proceedings.
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