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DJ Arrested in Crimea for Playing Ukrainian Anthem

7/28/2025

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In occupied Crimea, DJ Pavel Korotky was arrested for playing a Ukrainian anthem by Verka Serdyuchka, featuring the line "Ukraine has not yet perished." Facing charges of "discrediting the Russian army," he was coerced into recording an apology. The club swiftly severed ties with him, underscoring the harsh crackdown on pro-Ukrainian expressions.

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In occupied Crimea, DJ Pavel Korotky was arrested for playing a Ukrainian anthem by Verka Serdyuchka, featuring the line "Ukraine has not yet perished." Facing charges of "discrediting the Russian army," he was coerced into recording an apology. The club swiftly severed ties with him, underscoring the harsh crackdown on pro-Ukrainian expressions.