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Kanye West’s planned concerts in Saint Petersburg have sparked controversy in Russia, with officials divided over the US rapper’s appearance and Gazprom Arena denying it will host the events. From the announcement of his concerts last week to a venue backing out days later, US rap star Kanye West’s two planned shows in Russia have captivated the country, with officials divided about whether they should go ahead. West, who goes by the stage name “Ye”, has been barred from several European countries over past antisemitic comments.