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Kneecap Faces Backlash Over Hezbollah Flag at Glastonbury

6/18/2025

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Irish rap trio Kneecap is under fire for displaying a Hezbollah flag, sparking calls for their removal from the 2025 Glastonbury line-up. Amidst the controversy, they receive backing from Johnny Marr, emphasizing the importance of free expression. Meanwhile, member Liam O hAnnaidh faces a terror-related charge, with a high-profile legal team set to defend him on June 18.

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Irish rap trio Kneecap is under fire for displaying a Hezbollah flag, sparking calls for their removal from the 2025 Glastonbury line-up. Amidst the controversy, they receive backing from Johnny Marr, emphasizing the importance of free expression. Meanwhile, member Liam O hAnnaidh faces a terror-related charge, with a high-profile legal team set to defend him on June 18.