"We evaluated the work on several criteria. First of all, we gave preference to those works that covered military conflicts, which are not widely discussed in the media. In addition, we chose reports that capture the attention of viewers, "she noted.
At the same time, Sleeier added that attention was also paid to the fact that journalists risked their lives, how professionally the work was done and how much it helps viewers understand the essence of the conflict.
"These works covered military conflicts around the world: the Kashmir conflict, the humanitarian crisis in Yemen, and the war in Syria. It was very difficult for us. Many of the works were done very, very well, "she concluded.
Earlier, the RT television channel named the laureates of the international Khaled Alkhateb Memorial Awards, which was established in memory of the striker RT Arabic Khaled al-Khatibe in Syrian Homs.
RT conducted a text translation of the event.