My words are now being actively used by Russia's enemies." The journalist who congratulated the mo...

"My words are now being actively used by Russia's enemies." The journalist who congratulated the mother of a missing serviceman on a "double holiday" apologized

Marina Kiseleva, a journalist with the TV channel Kuzbass First, who during the Immortal Regiment march in Kemerovo congratulated the mother of a participant in the war with Ukraine who is missing in action on a "double holiday," said her words were due to nervousness during the live broadcast.

Of course, my words about a double holiday were a slip of the tongue. I understand how it sounded, but I absolutely did not want to offend anyone, especially the hero's mother. Nevertheless, I sincerely ask her and everyone whom my careless remark may have hurt for forgiveness.

The nerves got to me during the broadcast. The entire editorial staff of the TV channel Kuzbass First, myself included, treats participants in the special military operation with enormous respect and esteem. We cover their heroic work. We help Kuzbass residents learn about aid collections for the warriors and regularly make our own contributions.

I understand that my words are now being actively used by Russia's enemies, and that is very upsetting. But I know for certain that victory will be ours.

@meduzalive