Poems were read aloud by artist Eduard Charlotte during his defense at the Samara Kirovsky District Court, according to reports from 63.ru. The courtroom moment captured a mix of performance and formal testimony, intertwining personal expression with legal proceedings.
In the courtroom, Charlotte spoke of stepping into a realm of freedom, describing a sense of liberation as he opened new spaces for his thoughts. He asserted that his artistic talents would be preserved spiritually and in Russian, with a tone of quiet determination that he would remain obedient to his craft. The statements reflected a belief in the enduring power of art even within a legal fight, and they were delivered in a manner designed to convey personal resolve amid public scrutiny.
Charlotte also voiced disagreement with the investigators’ claims, signaling a willingness to challenge the allegations while maintaining transparency about his actions. He made clear that he did not deny involvement in crimes, underscoring a nuanced stance that he would rather be at home than hide from consequences. He pledged to face the situation openly, prioritizing accountability while expressing a desire to continue living a life aligned with his public commitments as a singer.
Tomorrow’s hearing in Samara is expected to determine preventive measures if the case moves forward against the accused. The charges could carry a potential prison term of up to six years, depending on the findings and legal arguments presented during the proceedings. The case highlights how art and public behavior intersect in high-profile legal contexts, especially when public figures use social media to express political or ideological symbols.
The events trace back to a flight the artist took from Yerevan, where he had been temporarily based, traveling to St. Petersburg via Pulkovo Airport. He was detained upon the plane’s arrival, marking a pivotal moment in the ongoing investigation. The timeline of events raises questions about how quickly law enforcement acts after judgments or suspicions emerge in cases involving public figures and media activity.
At the moment, Eduard Charlotte has not been formally charged. Three criminal cases have been opened in relation to his social media content and public appearances: two connected to alleged rehabilitation of Nazism and one related to insulting the feelings of believers. The authorities cited posts on Instagram in which he wore symbols such as a St. George ribbon and cross, and in which a portrayal of Patriarch Kirill of Moscow and All Russia appeared. The social media platform involved is identified as Instagram, with the broader context referencing the platform’s ownership by Meta, which is noted by some as controversial within certain jurisdictions.
Earlier, representatives for singer Yegor Creed, whose real name is Yegor Bulatkin, requested a public apology from the head of the Safer Internet League, Ekaterina Mizulina, for referring to the artist as a major fraudster. The incident underscores the intense scrutiny that public figures face when their online activity intersects with political and social sensitivities, a topic that continues to draw attention from media outlets and audiences alike. [Source: 63.ru and related report materials]