Elton John’s AIDS foundation declared ‘undesirable’ in Russia due to LGBT links
I’m Still Standing singer Elton John launched a charity within Russia to raise awareness on the treatment of AIDS, but now officials are cutting ties due to homophobia10:44, 03 Apr 2025Sir Elton John’s foundation to raise awareness of AIDS has been declared “undesirable” by Russian officials.Veteran musician Sir Elton, 78, has been facing a host of issues following a “meltdown” he had whilst recording his last album. He also has been left fearing for the future, admitting he cried for forty-five minutes when he was thinking about how long he had left to live.Article continues belowBut now, the Are You Ready for Love singer is facing a new challenge, as his humanitarian work is put to the test. Elton’s AIDS foundation in Russia was deemed to be “undesirable” and resulting in the destruction of the country.A statement from the Russian Prosecutor-General’s office read: “A decision has been made to recognise the activities of the non-governmental organisation (NGO) Elton John AIDS Foundation* as undesirable. The organisation was initially established in 1992 in the United States.Sir Elton John’s foundation to raise awareness of AIDS has now been banned in Russia(Image: More