Singapore bans Massive Attack after Palestinian flag display
British band Massive Attack says members were held briefly after unfurling a Palestinian flag during a Singapore concert, leading to a nationwide performance ban.
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Singapore has banned the British band Massive Attack from performing in the city-state after a member displayed a Palestinian flag during a concert. The band says the display was an impromptu expression of support for Palestine.
Singapore has banned the British band Massive Attack from performing in the city-state.4,3 The ban followed an incident during a concert where a Palestinian flag was displayed.4,3,2,1 Massive Attack says the flag display was an impromptu expression of support for Palestine.4,2
The band stated they are 'proud' of the display made with fans in Singapore.4,2 Singapore's Ministry of Home Affairs confirmed the ban under its policy of maintaining racial harmony.3 The policy has been criticized in the past for limiting free speech in Singapore.3
Massive Attack called the ban a 'surreal experience' in a statement.2 The band also said they were 'surprised and disappointed' by their treatment.1 The incident occurred during a concert in Singapore this week.4,2,1
The band's current lineup includes Robert '3D' Del Naja and Grant 'Daddy G' Marshall.2
“We are proud to have made this impromptu expression with our fans in Singapore.”
“We are surprised and disappointed by our treatment over shouting 'free Palestine' at a concert there.”
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