U2's Bono honors victims of Israeli festival attack

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U2 frontman Bono paid tribute to the hundreds of young Israelis who were killed, kidnapped, or missing after a desert rave in Israel was attacked by Hamas terrorists. During a show in Las Vegas, Bono dedicated the song "Pride" to the victims and changed the lyrics to reflect the tragedy. He expressed his prayers for peace and non-violence while directing his anger towards the attackers. The audience joined in singing, showing solidarity with the festival-goers. U2 last performed in Israel in 1997 and declined an invitation to play there again in 2007.
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