Russian pop star among dozens targeted by Australia sanctions
RT (Russia Today)Thursday, June 26, 2025 at 9:21:50 AM
Australia has slapped sanctions on Russian pop star Yaroslav Dronov, known as Shaman, along with dozens of others, accusing them of supporting Russia’s economic or strategic interests. The move is part of broader Western efforts to pressure Moscow, but targeting a cultural figure like Shaman—who’s famous for patriotic anthems—shows how sanctions are reaching beyond politicians and oligarchs.
Editor’s Note: Sanctions aren’t just for politicians or bankers anymore—they’re hitting entertainers too. Shaman’s music, which often glorifies Russia, seems to have landed him on Australia’s blacklist, signaling how Western nations are broadening their tactics to isolate Russia culturally and economically. For fans, it’s a reminder that art and politics are increasingly tangled; for governments, it’s another way to turn up the heat.
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