Lil Pump declares support for Vladimir Putin after Moscow concert

American rapper Lil Pump expressed public support for Russian President Vladimir Putin following his first major solo concert in Moscow. Performing at the VK Stadium on August 22, 2026, the artist stated, “I love Putin. God bless Putin.”

Lil Pump has previously visited Russia and expressed affinity for its culture, becoming one of the more visible Western artists to perform in the country despite ongoing international sanctions and the geopolitical climate following the invasion of Ukraine.

In a related development, Kanye West has announced two large-scale stadium shows in St. Petersburg for October. While West's performances have drawn significant interest, Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov has dismissed speculation regarding a potential meeting between the rapper and President Putin.