Controversy at Festival Over Palestinian Flag Support and Set Cancellations
Irish folk band The Mary Wallopers claim they were muted at a Portsmouth festival for displaying a Palestinian flag and chanting 'Free Palestine,' a claim denied by organizers who cited the use of a chant with a discriminatory context. Video evidence shows the band beginning their set with pro-Palestinian slogans before their performance was cut short, leading to audience protests. The incident highlights ongoing tensions around free speech and pro-Palestinian activism in the UK.