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Indonesia Council Seeks Ban on Two Bocelli Concerts
Indonesia’s top Islamic council is urging the cancellation of Andrea Bocelli’s concerts in Borobudur and Jakarta, citing his past support for Israel amid widespread public support for Palestinians. The Tourism Ministry said it would seek consensus and align with the council, while local police withdrew their recommendation for a permit for the Borobudur show.
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About Andrea Bocelli
Andrea Bocelli is an Italian tenor. He rose to fame in 1994 after winning the newcomers' section of the 44th Sanremo Music Festival performing "Il mare calmo della sera".
Everything about Andrea Bocelli →- Occupation
- songwriter, singer-songwriter, record producer, opera singer
- Citizenship
- Italy
- Born
- September 22, 1958
- Website
- https://www.andreabocelli.com