Two Russian citizens executed an unauthorized ascent to the peak of Manhattan's Empire State Building, where they unfurled a banner declaring "When the power of love beats the love of power the world knows peace." The male climber then proposed to his companion, exchanging a ring and kisses before the pair made their descent to ground level.

The couple was taken into custody following the incident. Their stunt, though romantic in nature, constituted trespassing on one of New York City's most recognizable structures and triggered a police response once they were apprehended.