Italy Bans Kanye West and Travis Scott Concerts Over Public Safety and Controversial Remarks
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- •Italy’s Reggio Emilia province banned Kanye West’s concert on July 18 and Travis Scott’s on July 17 due to public safety concerns.
- •Authorities cited risks of large crowds, counter-demonstrations, and past cancellations in other countries.
- •West’s antisemitic remarks and Hitler glorification have led to multiple international concert cancellations.
- •West continues to perform in some regions, including Istanbul and upcoming shows in the Netherlands, Tirana, and Prague.
- •A January Wall Street Journal ad by West claimed he is not antisemitic and expressed love for Jewish people.
The Italian province of Reggio Emilia has banned two high-profile concerts—scheduled for July 17 and 18—by American rappers Travis Scott and Kanye West, citing public order and safety concerns. The decision was announced by the regional prefect, Salvatore Angieri, in a statement released on Friday evening. The ban follows concerns raised by local Jewish community organizations and other bodies regarding Kanye West’s participation in the Pulse of Gaia Festival. Authorities stated that the close timing of the events, the expected large crowds within a 24-hour period, and the risk of counter-demonstrations influenced their decision.
