The Italian Ministry of Justice has authorized legal proceedings against Brian Molko, frontman of British rock band Placebo, over remarks he made about Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni during a 2023 concert in Turin.

After branding the Italian prime minister a 'fascist and a racist' during a concert in 2023, Placebo's lead singer Brian Molko has been charged with defamation. View on euronews

The frontman was sued in 2023 for his comments about Brothers of Italy party leader Giorgia Meloni during a festival performance

The frontman of the British rock band Placebo has been charged with defamation after he allegedly called the Italian prime minister a “fascist” and a “Nazi” while on stage.

Placebo frontman Brian Molko has been charged with defamation after he reportedly called the Italian prime minister a “fascist” and a “Nazi” during a gig in the country.

Speaking in front of around 5,000 fans, the frontman of the alternative rock band called the prime minister a "piece of s***" and described her as "fascist" and "racist".