The prosecutor's office says Oleg Bessedin worked for Russia. He started work in May 2022. He communicated with Russian officials.
The prosecutor's office accuses Bessedin of working against Estonia. This work is against Estonia's independence. He also distributed Russian broadcasts on his channels.
Prosecutor Taavi Pern said Bessedin worked closely with Russian institutions. Russia spreads disinformation. Bessedin participated in this work.
The court will decide on Bessedin's activities. International sanctions against Russia were in place. The prosecutor's office says Russia uses disinformation.
Bessedin is also accused of spreading propaganda. He did this on behalf of Estonia's Russian-speaking population.
Bessedin's company will pay a fine of 4,000 euros. This money will go to a Ukrainian organization.
Bessedin's case will go to Harju County Court. The Security Police detained Bessedin in November 2022.