Court Upholds Dismissal of Yegor Creed's Lawsuit Against Ekaterina Mizulina

A Russian court has dismissed singer Yegor Creed’s lawsuit against politician Ekaterina Mizulina, who publicly labeled him a “major scammer.” The First Cassational Court of General Jurisdiction reviewed Creed’s appeal. A linguistic expert testified that "scamer" lacks common Russian synonyms and isn’t in standard dictionaries. Therefore, the appeals court upheld the initial dismissal. The ruling sparked public debate about free speech and the use of strong language in public statements. Mizulina, head of the League of Safe Internet, defended her statement, while Creed’s representatives expressed disappointment but respect for the court’s decision. The case highlights the complexities of defamation lawsuits involving public figures and the evolving interpretation of online speech.