UK police have launched a criminal investigation into rap groups Kneecap and Bob Vylan for anti-Israel remarks made during their Glastonbury festival performance, prompting international backlash and the revocation of Bob Vylan’s US visas. The BBC faced criticism for airing the performance, with calls for accountability regarding the antisemitic chants, while Glastonbury organizers stated there is no place for hate speech at the event.
Explain It To Me Like I’m 5: UK police are investigating comments made by rap groups Kneecap and Bob Vylan at the Glastonbury festival, where Bob Vylan’s frontman led an anti-Israel chant that led to visa revocations for the group by the US and widespread condemnation from politicians.
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