Rama Defends Kanye Concert Amid Controversy | Art News

Art News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 10, 2026 · 1m

Albania’s Prime Minister Edi Rama is standing firm on hosting Kanye West’s concert amid antisemitism accusations, calling critics’ claims “scorpion-tailed lies” and warning cancellation would cost the nation four million euros and damage its international reputation. As he faces mounting pressure from the Flamingo Revolution demanding his resignation over plans to partner with Jared Kushner on a luxury resort, Rama dismisses the backlash as “ideological bullshit.” Meanwhile, his dual identity as a globally acclaimed artist continues to shine — recently unveiling a bronze sculpture at Art…