Russian pensioner 'who survived siege of Leningrad' arrested for protest against Ukraine war

Yelena Osipova, an elderly activist who is said to have survived the infamous wartime siege of Leningrad, was marched away by a group of police in St Petersburg while she protested against the war in Ukraine. Subscribe to Guardian News on YouTube ► Thousands of people have been defying police threats and staging protests across Russia. Authorities have a low tolerance for demonstrations and marches, and attending them can have serious consequences including fines, arrests and even imprisonment ‘Ukrainians are our friends’: the young Russian anti-war protesters defying Putin – video ► Russia-Ukraine war: latest updates ► The Guardian publishes independent journalism, made possible by supporters. Contribute to The Guardian today ►