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Charli XCX Faces Backlash for Controversial Party Attendance

2/20/2026

Summary

Story summary

Charli XCX faced backlash after attending a Berlin party linked to Russian organizer Anastasia Shevtsova, known as Petit, during her The Moment promotional tour.
Critics highlighted Shevtsova's ties to a Putin-aligned NGO and her involvement in propaganda events in occupied Ukraine.
Charli XCX said on Instagram that she was unaware of the affiliations.
The episode spurred broader discussions about celebrity involvement in politics amid the Russia-Ukraine conflict.

History

Historical Context

In February 2014, following Ukraine's Revolution of Dignity, Russia began its military intervention in Crimea, culminating in the annexation on March 18, 2014. This act violated multiple international agreements, including the 1994 Budapest Memorandum, and prompted widespread condemnation and sanctions from the EU and the US. The annexation marked a significant escalation in tensions between Russia and Ukraine, influencing global geopolitical dynamics.

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Story summary

Charli XCX faced backlash after attending a Berlin party linked to Russian organizer Anastasia Shevtsova, known as Petit, during her The Moment promotional tour.
Critics highlighted Shevtsova's ties to a Putin-aligned NGO and her involvement in propaganda events in occupied Ukraine.
Charli XCX said on Instagram that she was unaware of the affiliations.
The episode spurred broader discussions about celebrity involvement in politics amid the Russia-Ukraine conflict.

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