Zemfira Ramazanova Named in Russia’s Foreign Agent Registry

According to statements issued by Russia’s Ministry of Justice, the well known singer Zemfira Ramazanova, who performs under the stage name Zemfira, has been placed on the register of foreign agents for alleged anti-Russian political activity. The designation frames her as someone connected to foreign influence, a label the ministry says reflects active political engagement beyond the borders of the country. The information was reported by the state news agency TASS and is based on court documents that outline the grounds for the decision. The ministry’s statement emphasizes that the singer used public platforms to mobilize opinion and to present political messages that the agency views as part of a coordinated effort rather than casual commentary. In this context, the term foreign agent is a formal designation that carries a set of legal obligations and potential penalties for noncompliance, affecting how Zemfira can participate in public life and interact with audiences both at home and abroad. The decision sits within a broader framework in which authorities in Moscow monitor and respond to what they characterize as foreign influence in domestic politics, technology and culture.