Kanye West listed as "enemy of Ukraine"

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Published: 2024-07-07 11:26

Last Updated: 2024-07-14 07:00


Kanye West listed as "enemy of Ukraine" (Photo: AP)
Kanye West listed as "enemy of Ukraine" (Photo: AP)

Kanye West is now considered an "enemy of Ukraine" following a recent trip to Moscow. 

The 47-year-old rapper visited the Russian capital to celebrate the birthday of Gosha Rubchinskiy, a fashion designer associated with West's Yeezy brand. However, the timing of his visit amidst the ongoing war between Russia and Ukraine landed him in hot water.

West's presence in Moscow earned him the title of "enemy of Ukraine" on Myrotvorets, a Ukrainian website maintained by politician George Tuka. 

The site lists individuals deemed to have committed acts against Ukraine's national security, peace, and international law. 

West's listing accuses him of "propaganda of war" and condemns his visit to Moscow during Russia's invasion of Ukraine. The website claims that the money spent by West in Moscow supports aggression and the killing of Ukrainian civilians.

During his stay in Moscow, West attracted attention from fans and media alike. Crowds gathered outside his hotel in hopes of catching a glimpse of the rapper, who was seen enjoying leisure activities such as yachting and riding the Moscow Metro.

Previously, West praised Russian President Vladimir Putin in the past. In a podcast, he referred to himself as a "Young Putin."