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Turkey Bans Concert by Jewish Singer Amid Anti-Israel Protest Concerns

Desk / Updated : 2025-09-05 18:16:49
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ISTANBUL — Citing concerns over potential anti-Israel demonstrations, Turkish authorities have banned a concert by a prominent Jewish singer, Enrico Macias.

The Istanbul Governorate announced the cancellation of the concert, which was scheduled to take place on the evening of September 5th at the Cemil Topuzlu Open-Air Theater. The decision came after strong calls on social media for protests against the event.

Enrico Macias, an 87-year-old French singer born to a Jewish family in Algeria in 1938, has been a long-time performer in Turkey. Since the outbreak of the war in Gaza in October 2023, following the Hamas surprise attack on Israel, Macias has repeatedly spoken out against the militant group. His public stance has made him a target for criticism in some pro-Palestinian circles.

The Istanbul Governorate's statement explained that all forms of activity, including performances, protests, marches, demonstrations, and sit-ins, were prohibited in and around the venue on September 5th. The statement also noted that young people participating in protests against what it called the "genocide committed by the terrorist state of Israel" would be placed in an "unfair situation" under the law.

The ban reflects the deep and growing tensions in Turkey surrounding the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. While Turkey and Israel have maintained diplomatic ties, public sentiment in Turkey is largely pro-Palestinian, and the government, led by President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, has been vocal in its criticism of Israel's military actions in Gaza.

In an interview with Agence France-Presse (AFP), Macias expressed his surprise and sadness at the decision. "I've been performing in Turkey for 60 years," he said. "I am very surprised and sad not to be able to meet an audience with whom I have always shared values of peace and brotherhood."

The cancellation of the concert highlights the delicate balance Turkey's government must maintain between its diplomatic relations and strong domestic political pressures. The move to prohibit a cultural event due to political protest concerns signals a cautious approach by authorities to prevent public unrest and avoid escalating tensions within the city. For many, the incident is a reflection of how the conflict in the Middle East continues to ripple across the globe, impacting cultural and social life far from the front lines.

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