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Banksy's Migrant Raft Stunt Captivates Glastonbury Festival

The anonymous artist's inflatable boat floated through the crowd during Idles' politically charged set, drawing attention to the migrant crisis.

  • Banksy launched an inflatable boat with dummy migrants during Idles' performance of 'Danny Nedelko'.
  • The band was unaware of the stunt, which aligned with their lyrics on immigration and unity.
  • The raft was passed around by festival-goers, symbolizing the ongoing migrant crisis.
  • Banksy has a history of using Glastonbury as a platform for political art, including a 2019 collaboration with Stormzy.
  • The festival also featured significant pro-Palestine activism and a range of diverse musical acts.
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