News · 30 May 2026

Italy blocks Kanye, Travis gigs over safety fears

Kanye West and Travis Scott won't be playing their concerts in Italy this July, as authorities have banned the shows because of security worries. Italian officials announced the two events for July in Reggio Emilia couldn't go ahead, partly after a request from the local Jewish community. They also cited previous concert cancellations by Kanye West and the big crowds expected for both gigs.

By BriefTea Editorial · 30 May 2026 at 20:32

Reported by BBC · How we write briefs

Get the app

More briefs

WorldDelegates walk out during Russian finance minister speech at IMF meeting TransportVW recalls thousands of electric cars over fire risk TechnologyAndroid will soon block secret call forwarding and end fake bank calls WorldItaly and Spain ease border checks after migration talks WorldMorocco gets its first woman-led government BusinessFirms may pay 25% more to train older apprentices in England Browse all stories →