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The US Embassy in Russia is warning of a terrorist threat against Madonna’s upcoming concert.
Madonna is scheduled to play the Peterburgsky SKK on 9 August, but US officials have received information of a threat against both the performers and the spectators.
They issued a warning yesterday and have shared the information with Russian officials, who have promised to increase security at the venue.
The statement said: “U.S. citizens are reminded to remain vigilant regarding their personal security, and to be aware of their surroundings at all times, especially in crowded areas.”
It is unclear with Madonna has been directly threatened but it is believed to be connected to her support of Pussy Riot.
Read the full statement below:
U.S. Embassy Moscow and U.S. Consulate General St. Petersburg
SECURITY MESSAGE FOR U.S. CITIZENS:
MADONNA CONCERTS
August 7, 2012
This is to alert U.S. citizens in Russia who are planning to attend the Madonna concerts in Moscow on Tuesday, August 7, or in St. Petersburg on Thursday, August 9, that the U.S. Consulate General in St. Petersburg has received information regarding a threat of physical violence against spectators and performers at the St. Petersburg concert on August 9. The U.S. Embassy in Moscow and the U.S. Consulate General in St. Petersburg have shared the information with appropriate Russian law enforcement authorities. Russian authorities have indicated to the Embassy that they are taking appropriate measures in light of this information. While we expect that enhanced security measures will be put in place at both concerts, U.S. citizens are reminded to remain vigilant regarding their personal security, and to be aware of their surroundings at all times, especially in crowded areas.
