A high-profile music event featuring Ye, formerly known as Kanye West, has been scrapped after Russia’s foreign ministry condemned the concerts over concerns about the performer’s past statements. Officials deemed his public references to Adolf Hitler as unacceptable, escalating diplomatic tensions ahead of the scheduled performances. Organisers confirmed the cancellation following weeks of uncertainty, marking a rare clash between artistic freedom and geopolitical sensitivities. The decision underscores growing scrutiny over public figures’ controversial remarks in an increasingly polarized global climate.
Russia’s foreign ministry had called planned shows unacceptable due to rapper’s ‘glorification’ of Adolf HitlerTwo sold-out shows that Kanye West was due to play in Russia have been cancelled after weeks of confusion, organisers have confirmed.The US rapper, who now goes by the name Ye, had been due to perform at the Gazprom Arena in St Petersburg on 10 and 11 October.Press Association contributed to this report Continue reading...
