Russian human rights leader Lev Ponomarev (pictured) was violently attacked in Moscow. The attack on him took place after a meeting with PACE representative Sabine Leutheusser-Schnarrenberger. She is now found in the capital and intends to present a report on political repressions in Russia based on the results of her journey. The assault was perpetrated by three unknown persons at the doorstep to Ponomarev`s home, without explanation of the reasons. The human rights activist`s condition is listed as serious.