Overview

• Liam O’Hanna, known as Mo Chara of the Irish rap group Kneecap, has been charged with a terrorism offence under the UK Terrorism Act 2000.
• The charge relates to allegedly displaying a Hezbollah flag at the O2 Forum in London on November 21, 2024, in a manner suggesting support for the proscribed organization.
• The Metropolitan Police became aware of the incident on April 22, 2025, after a video surfaced online, leading to an investigation and subsequent charges authorized by the Crown Prosecution Service.
• Kneecap has denied supporting Hezbollah or Hamas, claiming the footage has been taken out of context and used as part of a smear campaign against their political messaging.
• The case highlights ongoing tensions over artistic expression, political activism, and legal boundaries, with Kneecap facing canceled gigs and divided public opinion over their pro-Palestinian stance.