- Jul 12
Thousands march in Tirana for 42nd night demanding PM Rama’s resignation and opposing Trump-linked resort amid fury over Kanye West concert
Demonstrators in Albania’s capital also targeted a luxury hotel project linked to Jared Kushner and Ivanka Trump, and Kanye West’s concert, while an anti-corruption investigation probes a land price jump from 5.5 million euros to 122 million euros.
- Jul 10
Albania defends 4-million-euro subsidy for Kanye West concert as anti-corruption protests rage
Prime Minister Edi Rama says the funding prevents embarrassment as ticket sales fall far short of the 60,000-capacity target; artists protest using public money for a rapper known for antisemitic diatribes.
- Jun 21
San Antonio mayor calls for cancellation of Kanye West's July 4 concert at Alamodome
San Antonio Mayor Gina Ortiz Jones called for the cancellation of Kanye West's July 4 concert at the Alamodome, citing his history of antisemitic remarks and hate speech. Her statement follows similar pushback from Florida Senator Rick Scott and cancellations in Europe.
- May 30
Italy bans Kanye West and Travis Scott concerts in Reggio Emilia, citing public safety and risk of protests
Italian authorities have banned back-to-back July concerts by Kanye West and Travis Scott at Reggio Emilia's RCF Arena, citing public order concerns, the risk of counterdemonstrations, and West's history of antisemitic remarks.
