Member of Irish rap band Kneecap charged with ‘terrorism’ offence
aljazeera.comPublished: 5/21/2025
Summary
Liam O’Hanna of Kneecap, a member of an Irish rap band known for its pro-Palestinian sentiments, has been charged with terrorism in the UK after performing a flag of Hezbollah during a London concert. The band, supported by political and satirical lyrics, has faced smear campaigns due to their criticism of Israel’s actions in Gaza. Kneecap denies supporting groups linked to terrorism and claims the charge is based on context manipulation. Their performances have been canceled in the UK as authorities investigate.