A Russian architect secretly carried the flag of Ukraine at the Milan-Cortina opening ceremony: 'Not everyone thinks alike'
Anastasia Kucherova, a Russian architect living in Milan, made a subtle statement of solidarity with Ukraine by carrying its flag during the opening ceremony of the Milan-Cortina Olympics.
Ukraine's Foreign Ministry demands IOC investigation over Russian woman carrying Ukraine placard at Olympics opening
Ukraine's Foreign Ministry has called for an investigation by the International Olympic Committee after a Russian woman was chosen to carry a placard for the Ukrainian team at the Olympic opening ceremony.
"If there was no war, we would be connected"... A Russian-born architect holding a sign for Ukraine
A Russian-born architect in Milan, Anastasia Kucherova, drew attention for volunteering to hold a sign for the Ukrainian team during the opening ceremony of the 2026 Winter Olympics, symbolizing solidarity amidst the ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine.
Anastasia Kucherova: “I, a Russian, walked in San Siro with Ukraine. I am tired of being afraid"
Anastasia Kucherova, a Russian architect, expressed her feelings of fear and respect for Ukrainian athletes while participating in a significant event at San Siro.
Anastasia Kucherova, who is the Russian woman who brought the Ukraine banner to the ceremony
Anastasia Kucherova, a Russian architect living in Milan, made headlines by carrying the Ukraine banner at the Winter Olympics opening ceremony in Milan-Cortina.