Judge blocks Jewish group attempt to axe Kanye West gig in Netherlands

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04/06/2026 - 8:45 GMT+2

Kanye ‘Ye’ West will be allowed to perform two gigs in the Netherlands after a judge in Amsterdam ruled that they could go ahead.

Despite widespread controversy surrounding the American rapper, who has previously made numerous antisemitic remarks, the Amsterdam District Court found no grounds to bar the performances – which are scheduled to take place on 6 and 8 June at the Gelredome in the eastern Dutch city of Arnhem.

The judge ruled that the concerts do not pose a threat to public order, thereby rejecting the attempt by the Netherland’s Central Jewish Council to block the events. The group had filed an emergency lawsuit, citing West’s history of antisemitic remarks.