Russian Couple Climbs Empire State Spire | Buffalo News

A Russian couple pulled off a jaw-dropping stunt by scaling the Empire State Building’s spire—yes, the very top—and unfurled a banner declaring “WORLD PEACE,” allegedly as a romantic proposal. They stayed up there for two and a half hours before rappelling down and getting arrested. This marks the first time anyone’s ever reached the spire, turning a historic protest spot into a daring act of civil disobedience. Their message—“When the heart of humanity opens, the heart of the world will open”—landed with shock and awe, especially against the city’s skyline. Authorities called it a prohibited activity, and while they’re known for their 2016 film “As Above, So Below,” this climb was anything but scripted. It’s a bold reminder that even the most guarded landmarks can’t stop determined voices from making their mark. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/3f95cf91857be34b