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Anti-IDF Chants Spark Political, Police Probes at Glastonbury Festival
The Glastonbury Festival has become a focal point of controversy following performances that featured chants and messages condemning Israel's actions in Gaza, including calls such as “death to the IDF” by punk duo Bob Vylan and provocative statements by Irish rap group Kneecap. These acts have sparked widespread political condemnation across the UK, with some politicians labeling the chants as incitement to violence and demanding accountability from the BBC for broadcasting the content. Wes Streeting condemned the chants as appalling but also urged the Israeli government to address violence against Palestinians, emphasizing the humanitarian crisis in Gaza. The BBC has faced intense criticism, with some calling for the resignation of its director general for allowing such content to be aired live, amid accusations of bias and failing to respond adequately to concerns from Jewish groups. The situation has escalated into broader political rhetoric, with extreme calls for dismantling the BBC and punishing festival attendees emerging in satirical and hyperbolic statements. Police are currently assessing whether the performances warrant a criminal investigation.


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