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Irish rapper charged with terror offence for Hezbollah flag display at London concert

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Newstalk ZB,
Publish Date
Thu, 22 May 2025, 8:18pm
Kneecap are an Irish-speaking rap trio who have courted controversy with their provocative lyrics and merchandise. A film about their rise to fame won a Bafta in February 2025.
Kneecap are an Irish-speaking rap trio who have courted controversy with their provocative lyrics and merchandise. A film about their rise to fame won a Bafta in February 2025.

Irish rapper charged with terror offence for Hezbollah flag display at London concert

Author
Newstalk ZB,
Publish Date
Thu, 22 May 2025, 8:18pm

A member of Irish rap group Kneecap has been charged with a terror offence for allegedly displaying a Hezbollah flag at a London concert, police said on Wednesday.

Liam O’Hanna, 27, known by his stage name Mo Chara, is accused of showing support for the Lebanese militant group, who are proscribed by British authorities, during a performance on November 21.

UK correspondent Enda Brady explains further.

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