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Kneecap Plays Rock en Seine Despite Official Objections and Funding Withdrawals

Local and regional subsidies were pulled after organizers kept the Belfast trio on the bill.

The trio's performance at Glastonbury generated immense controversy
Israel National News

Overview

  • The group performed in Saint-Cloud near Paris after French Jewish leaders and government officials urged cancellation.
  • They opened with chants of “Free, free Palestine!” and condemned Israel’s actions in Gaza while stating they were not against Israel.
  • The concert proceeded without incident, with reports that security removed some individuals protesting the band’s appearance.
  • Saint-Cloud revoked a €40,000 subsidy and the Île-de-France region canceled 2025 funding, but organizers said the festival’s €16–17 million budget kept it viable.
  • Member Liam O’Hanna remains charged in England over an alleged Hezbollah flag display as French authorities signaled vigilance for antisemitism, apology for terrorism or incitement at the event.