British PM slams London event for booking Kanye West, sponsor quits

Author: Akinbayo WahabPublished on: April 5, 2026Country: United Kingdom
Politics
British PM slams London event for booking Kanye West, sponsor quits

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has voiced concerns over planned concerts in London by US rapper Kanye West, who has a history of antisemitic remarks. Pepsi, a sponsor of the Wireless festival, has withdrawn its sponsorship following criticism from Jewish organizations and London Mayor Sadiq Khan. Starmer stated that antisemitism in any form is abhorrent and must be confronted firmly.

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