Rapper Mo Chara of Irish rap group Kneecap has been charged with a terror offense for allegedly displaying the Hezbollah flag during a concert in London last November. Footage shows Chara draped in the flag and shouting support for Hamas and Hezbollah, sparking an investigation by the Metropolitan Police.
Chara’s real name is Liam Óg Ó hAnnaidh, and he is due to appear in court on June 18. The band has denied any support for the militant groups, stating that it’s never okay to attack civilians. Kneecap has been vocal about their support for Palestine and has faced criticism for their platform.
The incident occurred after a Coachella performance where Kneecap displayed pro-Palestine and anti-Israel messages. The band has faced backlash for their lyrics and actions, with some accusing them of being insensitive to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.
Source: https://pitchfork.com/news/kneecap-mo-chara-charged-with-terror-offense-for-displaying-hezbollah-flag-at-london-concert