PICTURE OF THE DAY: Protester flashes boobs at Putin, Merkel

It's early, but we're confident in saying this one's not going to be beaten.

PICTURE OF THE DAY: Protester flashes boobs at Putin, Merkel

Two thumbs up from Vladimir!

Angela, not so much.

The incident happened this morning at a trade fair in Hannover, Germany when the leaders were confronted by an activist from Ukrainian feminist group Femen, known for drawing attention to its causes via much-photographed topless protests.

The protester also had an anti-Putin slogan daubed in Cyrillic script on her back, according to reports.

Three protestors accosted Mr Putin's party by the Volkswagen exhibit, according to HAZ, denouncing the Russian president as a 'dictator'.

They were however stopped by security staff before reaching Mr Putin.

A spokesperson for the Russian parliament has described the incident as 'hooliganism'.

The Russian leader is a frequent target of Femen protests, including those angered by the jailing of members of punk band Pussy Riot last year for singing anti-Putin songs.

MORE: "We are peaceful terrorists" (Femen activist, Paris 2012):

more courts articles

Gary Glitter victim seeking six-figure sum in damages, court told Gary Glitter victim seeking six-figure sum in damages, court told
Stephen Bear ordered to pay back profits from sharing private sex tape Stephen Bear ordered to pay back profits from sharing private sex tape
Man (25) in court charged with murdering his father and attempted murder of mother Man (25) in court charged with murdering his father and attempted murder of mother

More in this section

Smartwatch with health app. Glowing neon icon on brick wall background Health watch: How much health data is healthy? 
Cork's wild salmon warrior Sally Ferns Barnes looks to the future Cork's wild salmon warrior Sally Ferns Barnes looks to the future
(C)2024 Disney. Disneyland Paris – Disneyland Hotel Re-Opening Watch: Iconic Disneyland Paris hotel re-opens after two year renovation
ieParenting Logo
Writers ieParenting

Our team of experts are on hand to offer advice and answer your questions here

Your digital cookbook

ieStyle Live 2021 Logo
ieStyle Live 2021 Logo

IE Logo
Outdoor Trails

Discover the great outdoors on Ireland's best walking trails

IE Logo
Outdoor Trails

Lifestyle
Newsletter

The best food, health, entertainment and lifestyle content from the Irish Examiner, direct to your inbox.

Sign up
Cookie Policy Privacy Policy Brand Safety FAQ Help Contact Us Terms and Conditions

© Examiner Echo Group Limited