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Terror law used to ban Palestine Action being used too widely, report warns

A three-year review also found that anti-radicalisation scheme Prevent is ‘not fit for purpose’

The Independent UK

Canada Crime Bill And Rap Group Fracas Spark Free-speech Debate

Prime Minister Mark Carney's hate crime bill and a controversy surrounding a Northern Irish rap group have focused Canadian attention on a complex legal question: should displaying certain symbols be a crime?

International Business Times

‘We will win again’: Kneecap respond to threat of terror charge appeal from UK prosecutors

A Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) spokesperson said they were appealing the decision to dismiss the terrorism case against Kneecap rapper Liam Óg Ó hAnnaidh. The case was thrown out last month and now, Kneecap have released a statement addressed to the "Police (British) State".

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CPS to appeal against dismissal of terrorism charge against Kneecap’s Liam Óg Ó hAnnaidh

The rapper was accused of displaying a flag in support of Hezbollah but case was thrown out by magistrate

The Guardian - UK

Prosecutors to appeal Kneecap charge decision after terror charge thrown out of court

PROSECUTORS will appeal against a court’s decision to throw out the terrorism case against a member of the rap group Kneecap whose terrorism…

The National (Scotland)

Jenrick warned not to prejudice future proceedings against Kneecap rapper

Attorney General Lord Hermer suggested the shadow justice secretary ‘carefully consider any further public comments’.

Evening Standard

Is Kneecap’s Mo Chara considering legal case against British state after terror charge thrown out?

“It was a complete circus, it was a carnival, a distraction from what’s actually going on," said Kneecap's Mo Chara in his first interview after the terror charge against him was dismissed last week.

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Kneecap's Mo Chara tells Keir Starmer 'better luck next time' after terror case

KNEECAP rapper Liam Og O hAnnaidh has told Keir Starmer, “better luck next time” after a terrorism case against him was thrown out due to a…

The National (Scotland)

Kneecap rapper vows ‘we will not be silenced’ as terror case thrown out

Liam Og O hAnnaidh was accused of displaying a flag in support of proscribed organisation Hezbollah.

Evening Standard

Kneecap’s Mo Chara speaks out after terror charge dropped: ‘It was always about Gaza’

Kneecap’s Mo Chara said any attempts to silence the group have “failed” as he spoke out after terrorism charges against him were dropped on Friday, 26 September.

The Independent UK

British court throws out terror-related charge against Kneecap member Liam Óg Ó hAnnaidh

The Kneecap band member, who performs under the name Mo Chara, appeared in court for the third time on terror charges today. The UK court has ruled that these charges cannot continue.

Euronews

Watch live: Kneecap’s Mo Chara to find out whether terror charge to be dropped

Watch live as Kneecap’s Mo Chara arrives at court in London to find out whether his terrorism charge will be dropped.

The Independent UK

Kneecap rapper Mo Chara's terrorism charge thrown out by London court over technical error

Charge dropped against the rapper - real name Liam Og O hAnnaidh - who was accused of displaying a flag in support of proscribed terror organisation Hezbollah

Evening Standard

Kneecap at Wembley Arena: Rap remains a political force

4/5 Their biggest show in London to date is another politically charged one with an impassioned - and moshpitting - crowd

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The Independent UK

Kneecap at Wembley review – Belfast rap group triple down on Starmer and Palestine at pounding arena show

4/5 The trio, arguably the most potent and subversive political force in British pop culture since the Sex Pistols, are all fired up at second ever arena gig

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Kneecap cancel sold-out US tour due to 'close proximity' of Mo Chara's terrorism court hearing

Kneecap have vowed to return to the US for an "even bigger tour" after being forced to scrap their sold-out run this October.

Euronews

Kneecap cancel US tour due to ‘close proximity of next court hearing’

The Irish rap trio, who performed in Paris on Sunday night despite pro-Israel supporters attempting to disrupt their performance, confirmed the cancellation of their upcoming US tour - but that they have a surprise in store...

International Business Times

Kneecap Cancel US Tour, Citing UK Court Hearing In Terrorism Case

The Irish rap group Kneecap has cancelled a planned tour in the United States, citing a UK court hearing in a case one of its members is facing for allegedly supporting Hezbollah.

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Evening Standard

Kneecap cancel sold-out US tour due to court hearings in London

Kneecap have cancelled their US tour due to its proximity to Mo Chara’s next court hearing

Euronews

Kneecap triumphs at Paris' Rock en Seine festival despite pro-Israeli protestors

The Irish rap trio took to Paris' Rock en Seine stage following weeks of tension and had the last word when faced with pro-Israel supporters.

Radio France Internationale

Irish rap trio Kneecap to rock Paris festival despite political backlash

The outspoken Belfast rap crew are bringing their mix of beats and politics to France, undeterred by official disapproval over their support for Palestine and condemning Israel's military campaign in Gaza.

International Business Times

Kneecap To Play Paris Concert In Defiance Of Objections

Irish rap group Kneecap, one of whose members faces a British terror charge for allegedly supporting Hezbollah, are to perform outside Paris on Sunday, despite objections from French Jewish groups and government officials.

The Guardian - UK

Kneecap press on with European tour despite Hungary ban and cancelled gigs

Rap trio will face intense scrutiny from French authorities when they play Rock en Seine festival on Sunday

International Business Times UK

What is Qatargate? Israel's Dems Call for Netanyahu's Accountability After Alleged Bribes from Arab State

Israel's opposition is demanding an inquiry into Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's bank accounts amid fresh 'Qatargate' claims that aides took Qatari funds while Israel channelled cash into Gaza.

International Business Times UK

Is Irish Band 'Kneecap' Terrorists? Here's Why Mo Chara Had To Appear In Court

Kneecap rapper Mo Chara faces a UK terrorism charge for allegedly displaying a Hezbollah flag during a 2023 concert.

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