Louis Tomlinson cancels Moscow and Kyiv dates as former 1D star hits out at ‘needless war’
LOUIS Tomlinson has cancelled his upcoming concerts in both Moscow and Kyiv
The move is in response to Russian President Vladimir Putin’s invasion of Ukraine, with the former One Direction star hitting out at the "needless war".
The 30-year-old singer also said his “thoughts go out to the people of Ukraine".
Louis was due to perform at the Stereo Plaza venue in the Ukrainian capital on July 4 before heading to Russia to play at Circus City Hall in Moscow July 6.
However, due to recent events the star has been forced to cancel, with his official website showing a “sale paused” message for both shows.
Taking to social media, Louis tweeted this statement: “Due to the recent events in Ukraine, I have to sadly announce that my tour shows in Moscow and Kyiv are cancelled until further notice.
“The safety of my fans is my main priority and my thoughts go out to the people of Ukraine and all those suffering from this needless war.”
Louis isn't the only one to pull out of gigs in Russia.
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American rock band Green Day are also among the acts to have cancelled scheduled performances in response to its forces entering neighbouring Ukraine.
It comes after the Russian Grand Prix scheduled for September was cancelled and the International Olympic Committee urged sporting federations with other events planned for Russia or Belarus to do likewise.
Louis has managed to forge a successful solo career for himself.
He shot to fame in One Direction back in 2010, before the boys parted ways in 2016 on an indefinite hiatus.
