Russian singer Grigory Leps, sanctioned by the European Union over his support for Russia’s war in Ukraine, apologizes for dismissive remarks about Russian family incomes

Grigory Leps, a Russian singer sanctioned by the European Union for backing Russia's invasion of Ukraine, has apologized for remarks about household income that sparked backlash. According to Meduza, Leps said in an interview that most Russian families manage on a monthly income between two hundred thousand and three hundred thousand rubles. The comment was widely seen as tone-deaf, given the economic hardship many Russians face. Leps issued a public apology, saying he grew up in an ordinary family and recognizes that many people are struggling financially right now.

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