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Counter-Terrorism Probes Kneecap's Violent Rhetoric Against MPs

4/28/2025

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Counter-terrorism police are scrutinizing videos from the Belfast rap group Kneecap, accused of inciting violence against British MPs while voicing support for Hamas and Hezbollah. The group defends itself against what it calls a smear campaign, but UK officials are taking the threats against elected representatives seriously, underscoring the gravity of these statements.

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Counter-terrorism police are scrutinizing videos from the Belfast rap group Kneecap, accused of inciting violence against British MPs while voicing support for Hamas and Hezbollah. The group defends itself against what it calls a smear campaign, but UK officials are taking the threats against elected representatives seriously, underscoring the gravity of these statements.