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Singapore Bans Massive Attack Members Over Palestinian Flag Display

8/1/2026

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Massive Attack Banned

Singapore police and IMDA banned Massive Attack members from returning after they displayed a Palestinian flag and shouted “Free Palestine” July 29, 2026.
Police said men violated Foreign National Emblems (Control of Display) Act and Public Order Act, punishable by up to S$500 and six months jail.
IMDA will reject Massive Attack performance applications, citing Singapore law that bans foreign flag displays without a permit to protect racial and religious harmony.

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Massive Attack Clampdown

Industry observers warn the probe could deter overseas acts, hurting Singapore’s live-music scene and tourism.
Robert Del Naja was arrested in April during a peaceful pro-Palestine protest in London’s Trafalgar Square.
In 2025 Massive Attack co-founded an artists’ alliance to support musicians speaking out on Gaza.
Singapore’s Home Affairs Ministry issued a 2023 advisory warning against public display of Israel-Gaza-related symbols.

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Massive Attack Banned

Singapore police and IMDA banned Massive Attack members from returning after they displayed a Palestinian flag and shouted “Free Palestine” July 29, 2026.
Police said men violated Foreign National Emblems (Control of Display) Act and Public Order Act, punishable by up to S$500 and six months jail.
IMDA will reject Massive Attack performance applications, citing Singapore law that bans foreign flag displays without a permit to protect racial and religious harmony.

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