Abdrazakov Cancelled: Italy Bans Putin's Propagandist

Russian opera singer Ildar Abdrazakovs performance at Teatro Filarmonico in Verona, Italy, has been cancelled due to his ties to Russian President Vladimir Putin. The decision comes after opposition from the Liberi Oltre le Illusioni association and the Russian Anti-Corruption Foundation, who accuse Abdrazakov of supporting Putins propaganda. The cancellation is seen as a victory against Putins propaganda, with Italys Minister of Culture emphasizing that Russian culture is welcome for dialogue, but not as a tool for a despotic power.The Daily News Now! — Every city. Every story. AI-powered. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.