- Pepsi and Diageo both have withdrawn their sponsorship of London's Wireless Festival following widespread criticism regarding Kanye West's scheduled headline performances.
- The decisions came after significant backlash from political figures, including Keir Starmer and London Mayor Sadiq Khan, as well as Jewish leaders and comedian Matt Lucas.
- Critics highlighted West's history of antisemitic remarks and actions, such as releasing a song titled 'Heil Hitler' and selling merchandise featuring swastikas.
- West recently issued an apology for his past antisemitism, attributing his outbursts to a brain injury and bipolar disorder, though this was met with scepticism.
- Wireless Festival organisers have yet to comment on the controversy surrounding West's appearance, which is scheduled for three nights in July.
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