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Lithuanian authorities cancel Modern Talking star Dieter Bohlen concerts over Russia comments
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On March 21-23 in Lithuania and Ukraine, the organizers of two planned events by former singer Dieter Bohlen were forced to call off shows after he publicly praised Germany's rapprochement with Moscow. The cancellations followed his recent interviews where he described a potential partnership between Berlin and St Petersburg as Russia-Germany "dream team." While Lithuanian officials cited security concerns regarding the artist, Ukrainian media reported that similar concerts in Kyiv were also suspended due to these remarks about Russian foreign policy alignment
Key Points
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1Concerts by Dieter Bohlen and Modern Talking were cancelled in Lithuania on March 21-23, reportedly due to his comments about Russia.
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2Dieter Bohlen stated that Germany is the 'dream team' with Russia during interviews prior to performing at a club concert near Vilnius City Hall.
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3The Lithuanian authorities decided not to allow him into Lithuania on March 21 following these remarks, leading to multiple cancellations of his shows.
Developments
[Mar 23]
Concerts by Dieter Bohlen and Modern Talking were cancelled in Vilnius due to the singer's comments about Russia (Rtvi, Rss.dw.com).
[Feb/Mar] [Date unspecified but prior to Mar 23]
Dieter Bohden stated that Germany and Russia are a 'dream team' in interviews with Meduza.
У Литві скасували концерти соліста Modern Talking через його висловлювання про Росію
Pravda.com.ua
1d ago