Music Protest at Glastonbury: Controversy and Consequences
UK police are investigating performances by Bob Vylan and Kneecap at the Glastonbury Festival for public order offenses after chants against the Israeli military were made. The US has revoked Bob Vylan's visas in response to the incident. The performances have sparked international criticism.
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Police in the UK are launching a criminal investigation into performances at the Glastonbury Festival by rap punk duo Bob Vylan and Irish-language group Kneecap. The investigation follows chants heard from the stage calling for 'death' to the Israeli military and support for 'Free Palestine'.
The incidents have been logged as a public order concern, according to police statements released on Monday. The controversy surrounding the performances has also crossed the Atlantic, prompting the US State Department to revoke Bob Vylan's US visas.
In a statement on social media, US Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau commented on the visa revocation, citing the group's 'hateful tirade' as the reason behind the decision. The actions at the festival have drawn widespread international criticism and debate.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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