At the top of the skyscraper, he flew the sign of peace and love. The risk was not low. Not only was there a risk of falling from a dangerous position in a high tower, but there was also the risk of facing the wrath of the state and severe punishment for breaking the rules. However, in the natural exuberance of youth, Russia's Ivan and Angela ignored those charms and wrote another and unique love story. Got engaged at the top of the Empire State Building in New York. He is a crime! The Russian couple may face legal entanglement from America. Ivan Bierkus howled after receiving this hint from the court.
The incident occurred in July. Ivan Bierkus and Angela Nikolaou of Moscow, Russia, had the entire city of New York in shock. On that day they started to climb the top of the Empire State Building, dressed in black. Reaching the top of the 1,454-foot Empire State Building, Ivan-Angela flew the flag and gave a message of love. It read, 'When power is defeated by love, there is peace on earth.' They were there for about 10 minutes. They kiss each other and exchange rings and get engaged. This video went viral.
Russian daredevils #Angela_Nikolau (33) & #Ivan_Kuznetsov (32), known as Ivan Beerkus, face potential prison time & deportation to #Russia after plea deal talks broke down with prosecutors in Manhattan.
'We wanted to send a message of LOVE' — Daredevil couple & Empire State climbers face PRISON & deportation if convicted of felony charges
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Sarwar
(@ferozwala) November 13, 2026
Ivan-Angela's plan didn't end well, despite being unique in the world of love. They were arrested by the police at the Empire Building. A case was filed against them for breaking the law. “We did not damage any property or people,” they said at the Manhattan District Attorney's hearing. I did not endanger anyone. I just sent a message of love. We wanted to do something in these dark times to make a place in people's hearts.” Their lawyer Noir Bial said, “If the two are sent to Russia, Ivan will be sent to war in Ukraine and Angela will be thrown into jail.” This is their future.” Is the price of adventure so the Russian couple?