Russian Police Detain Singer Diana Loginova for Anti-putin Performance | AI News Digest
A new report has surfaced detailing the detention of 18-year-old singer Diana Loginova from St. Petersburg by local authorities following her performance of a protest song aimed at Russian President Vladimir Putin. Loginova, along with her band Stoptime, delivered the song "Swan Lake Cooperative," originally by exiled rapper Noize MC, who has been designated as a "foreign agent" by the Russian government. This incident occurs against a backdrop of heightened government repression, particularly regarding dissent in the context of the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. Loginova could potentially face charges for discrediting the Russian Armed Forces and for organizing an unauthorized public gathering. While the band has not released further information about her situation, they have canceled an upcoming performance and hinted at a change in their approach to public engagements due to safety concerns. This event highlights the precarious environment for artists and activists in Russia amid escalating state control over free expression.
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