Boyfriend Speaks Out on the Fight to Bring Her Back
Ksenia Khavana, a talented ballet dancer holding dual U.S. and Russian citizenship, found herself ensnared in a legal battle after being arrested in Russia on charges of **treason**. Her boyfriend, former world champion boxer Chris Van Heerden, has been vocal about the struggle to secure her return.
Van Heerden revealed that the couple’s romance blossomed in 2020 in Los Angeles, with the pair celebrating the new year in Istanbul before Khavana’s fateful return to her family’s hometown in Yekaterinburg, Russia. Despite concerns about the conflict in Ukraine, Khavana’s detainment soon after her arrival caught them off guard.
The situation escalated when Khavana was apprehended following a small donation to a Ukrainian charity, with allegations of involvement in pro-Kyiv activities in the U.S. looming over her. If convicted, she could face a daunting **20-year** sentence as per Article 275 of the Russian Criminal Code.
Van Heerden’s efforts to rally support have seen responses from the U.S. State Department and Congressman Adam Schiff, but the red tape of bureaucracy has slowed progress. With Khavana’s court appearance on the horizon and legal representation still elusive, Van Heerden remains undeterred in his quest to ensure her rights are protected.
In a heartfelt plea, Van Heerden expressed his determination to provide Khavana with the support she needs, emphasizing the urgency of the situation and his unwavering commitment to fighting for her freedom.