Singapore Investigates Massive Attack Over Palestinian Flag at July 30 Concert
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Updated · bbc.co.uk · Jul 31
Singapore Investigates Massive Attack Over Palestinian Flag at July 30 Concert
3 articles · Updated · bbc.co.uk · Jul 31
Summary
Singapore police and the media authority are investigating Massive Attack after two band members reportedly held up a Palestinian flag and shouted “Free Palestine” during Wednesday’s concert.
Reports were lodged over a possible breach of licence conditions, and authorities have not said whether any band members or production staff have been detained or barred from leaving before the group’s next show in Seoul on Saturday.
Singapore bans public display of foreign national emblems without a permit or exemption; violations can bring fines of up to S$500, six months in jail, or both.
The case fits Singapore’s broader crackdown on Israel-Gaza war activism, with authorities previously probing related events and fining people earlier this year over an unauthorised pro-Palestinian walk.