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Earliest in view: Apr 24 · 16:20 UTCMost recent: Aug 4 · 08:57 UTC
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  • POLITICSAug 4 · 08:57 UTCSCMP CHINA
    Massive Attack’s Singapore ban tests legal limits of artistic freedom

    British band Massive Attack was banned in Singapore after displaying a Palestinian flag and chanting 'Free Palestine' during a concert. The act violated Singapore's Foreign National Emblems (Control of Display) Act, sparking divided public opinion on legal restrictions versus artistic freedom.

  • POLITICSAug 3 · 10:23 UTCAP NEWS
    Singapore bans 2 Massive Attack members after pro-Palestine display at concert

    Singapore has banned two core members of British band Massive Attack from reentering the country after they displayed a Palestinian flag and expressed support for the Palestinian cause during a concert. The police cited concerns about racial and religious harmony, warning against importing foreign politics, while the band stated they were surprised by the decision and proud of their 'impromptu expression' of solidarity with fans.

  • POLITICSAug 1 · 23:57 UTCAL JAZEERA
    Singapore bans UK band Massive Attack over Palestinian flag

    Singapore barred two members of British band Massive Attack from re-entering the country. The ban is linked to the display of the Palestinian flag during their performance.

  • WORLDAug 1 · 04:54 UTCMIDDLE EAST EYE
    Massive Attack members barred from Singapore after displaying Palestinian flag

    Two members of British band Massive Attack were barred from re-entering Singapore after displaying the Palestinian flag during a concert. Singapore police stated the band is under investigation for 'supporting a political cause and unfurling of a foreign flag' and will no longer be allowed to perform in the country. Singapore prohibits public display of foreign national emblems without a permit, with the Palestinian flag being particularly sensitive due to the Gaza war and the nation's Muslim population.

  • POLITICSAug 1 · 03:05 UTCSCMP CHINA
    Massive Attack barred from Singapore for unfurling Palestinian flag on stage

    British trip-hop band Massive Attack has been barred from performing in Singapore after two members unfurled a Palestinian flag during a concert, leading to their ban from re-entering and warnings. Singapore's strict laws on public speech and assembly resulted in the enforcement against the band.

  • POLITICSJul 31 · 19:50 UTCTIMES OF ISRAEL
    Singapore bans 2 members of Brit band Massive Attack for waving Palestinian flag at concert

    Singapore has banned two members of the British band Massive Attack for waving the Palestinian flag during a concert. The police have opened an investigation and issued a stern warning to the group members for violating the country's strict rules on displaying foreign flags without permission.

  • POLITICSJul 27 · 06:18 UTCTIMES OF ISRAEL
    Is the Palestinian flag illegal in Israel? - Sponsored Content

    A man was detained in Israel for wearing a kippah displaying both the Israeli and Palestinian flags. The article explores the legal status of the Palestinian flag in Israel and its historical context.

  • POLITICSJul 12 · 21:21 UTCAL JAZEERA
    Protest on London’s Tower Bridge demands release of Dr Hussam Abu Safia

    Pro-Palestine activists protested on London's Tower Bridge by unfurling a Palestinian flag and a banner demanding the release of Dr Hussam Abu Safia.

  • POLITICSJul 11 · 14:30 UTCAL-MONITOR
    'Our land, our sky:' West Bank Palestinians fly kites in defiance of Israeli settlers

    West Bank Palestinians in Burin fly kites with Palestinian and Egyptian flag colors as an act of defiance against Israeli settlers. Children participate in the activity, racing on a sun-baked hillside to watch the kites soar.

  • POLITICSJun 21 · 12:31 UTCTIMES OF ISRAEL
    Keeping his head: Educator detained for dual Israeli-Palestinian flag kippa dons replacement

    An educator was detained for wearing a kippa displaying both Israeli and Palestinian flags. After Israeli police removed the Palestinian flag from his kippa in April, he purchased a new one from the same Jerusalem store and continues to wear it undeterred.

  • POLITICSJun 20 · 21:51 UTCNPR WORLD
    Israel's growing fight over Palestinian symbols

    The article discusses the debate in Israel over the Palestinian flag, with some viewing it as a symbol of identity and others as a challenge to the state. NPR's Itay Stern reports on this issue.

  • POLITICSJun 7 · 06:53 UTCTIMES OF ISRAEL
    Slovenian president raises Palestinian flag at palace after new PM removes it at parliament

    Slovenian president raises the Palestinian flag at the palace following its removal by the new PM at parliament. The president attributes the action to 'grave violations of international humanitarian law' and accuses of 'genocide', while the newly installed government is described as pro-Israel.

  • WORLDJun 6 · 19:57 UTCBBC WORLD
    Funeral held for baby shot dead by Israeli troops in occupied West Bank

    A funeral was held for a seven-month-old Palestinian boy who was shot dead by Israeli troops in the occupied West Bank. The child's body was wrapped in a Palestinian flag and carried to the graveyard by his father.

  • POLITICSJun 6 · 04:30 UTCMIDDLE EAST EYE
    Palestinian officials welcome Slovenian president’s show of support

    Palestinian officials praised Slovenian President Natasa Pirc Musar for opposing Prime Minister Janez Jansa's decision to remove the Palestinian flag from a government building. Musar announced the flag would be displayed outside the presidential palace for a week and then inside for the remainder of her term as a symbol of support for human dignity and rights.

  • POLITICSJun 6 · 03:32 UTCMIDDLE EAST EYE
    UN rapporteur praises Slovenian president over Palestinian flag stance

    UN rapporteur Francesca Albanese praised Slovenian President Natasa Pirc Musar for her criticism of the removal of the Palestinian flag from the main government building by Prime Minister Janez Janša. Albanese highlighted the importance of supporting international law and people's rights over political and economic interests.

  • POLITICSJun 6 · 01:52 UTCMIDDLE EAST EYE
    Slovenian president raises Palestinian flag after PM removes it

    Slovenian President Natasa Pirc Musar raised the Palestinian flag at the presidential palace following Prime Minister Janez Janša's removal of the flag from the main government building. She criticized the unresolved situation in Gaza and the occupied West Bank, stating the genocide against Palestinians continues. The flag will be displayed outside the palace for a week and inside for the remainder of her term to emphasize human dignity for all.

  • POLITICSJun 5 · 21:56 UTCMIDDLE EAST EYE
    Slovenia’s new prime minister takes down Palestinian flag in pro-Israel turn

    Slovenia’s new prime minister Janez Jansa ordered the removal of the Palestinian flag from the main government building in Ljubljana, signaling a pro-Israel policy shift. Jansa criticized his predecessor’s recognition of Palestine and aligned his government with US President Donald Trump and Israel.

  • POLITICSJun 5 · 20:37 UTCMIDDLE EAST EYE
    Slovenia’s new prime minister takes down Palestinian flag in pro-Israel turn

    Slovenia's new prime minister, Janez Jansa, removed the Palestinian flag from the main government building, signaling a pro-Israel shift. This action contrasts with the previous government's recognition of Palestine and condemnation of Israel's actions in Gaza.

  • POLITICSMay 27 · 03:07 UTCNY POST
    Lefty California college issues ultimatum to Palestinian-flag-carrying graduate at diploma ceremony

    A graduate at the University of California, Berkeley was denied a diploma during a ceremony for displaying the Palestinian flag, with educators requiring its removal before proceeding.

  • POLITICSApr 29 · 13:51 UTCTHE GUARDIAN WORLD
    Mystery Palestinian flag continues to fly high over Dublin as removal deemed too risky

    A Palestinian flag installed on Dublin's 120-meter Spire in September remains unclaimed, with authorities deeming its removal too risky. The identity of the installer and method of attachment remain unknown.

  • POLITICSApr 24 · 16:20 UTCBBC WORLD
    Israeli police investigate after officers 'cut Palestinian flag' from skullcap

    Israeli police are investigating an incident where officers reportedly cut a Palestinian flag from a British-Israeli man's skullcap. The man was detained after someone took offense to his kippah embroidered with Israeli and Palestinian flags.