The Irish group appears in the Kneecap UK Court; The Hizbullah flag was accused of terrorist crime; Hundreds of rally in support outside the courthouse

Hundreds of supporters gathered outside the Westminster Magistrate Court in London on Wednesday, as Liam O’ahna, their stage name Mo Chara, a member of the Irish Rap Group Cancap is known as a member of the Irish Rap Group Cancap-appeared in the court on charges related to terrorism.During a concert in London in November 2024, 27-year-old wrappers and Belfast-based group Kneecap members are accused of displaying the flag of Hizbullah. He was charged under the UK Terrorism Act in May, which publicly makes a criminal offense to show symbols in a way that can suggest support for a suit organization.Mo Chara arrived in court wearing a Palestinian Kefah dupatta and black sunglasses. The flag phenomenon allegedly occurred during a kneecap performance, where the group claims that the flag was thrown on stage by someone in the audience. He called the charge “attempt to silence them”.Kneecap, who is known for his bilingual Irish-English songs and stimulating political messages, often involves Palestinian statements in his performance. The case has attracted attention to its free expression, artistic performance and intersection of anti -terrorism law.The mantras of “Free Palestine” and “Kneecap” echoed both outside and inside the court building.In the UK, Hamas and Iran-supported Lebanese organization is showing support for Hizbullah, as both groups are prohibited. Kenkap has dismissed the charge following his recent statements criticizing the Gaza war and opposing Israel. “We deny this’ crime” and defend ourselves. This is political policing. It is a carnival of distraction, “the group first posted on X.On Wednesday, O’Hhana granted unconditional bail, the next court date was scheduled for August 20. His court’s presence was limited to confirming his personal details. Prosecutor Michael Bisgrove clarified that O’Hhana’s Palestinian support and Israel’s criticism was not on the issue.“He is well within his rights to give voice to his opinion and his solidarity,” Bisgrove told AFP.The prosecution allegedly focused on O’Hanna’s alleged “Hizbullah flags, the alleged performance of a terrorist organization, while allegedly called ‘Hamas, above Hizbullah”.The punk-rap collector says that the video evidence was presented without proper reference.At the widespread awakened festival in London in May, O’Hhana suggested charge for the purpose of “quiet” after several canceled shows.His Scottish performance was canceled due to safety issues, with German places withdrawing his shows, and UK ministers questioned his prescribed Glustonbury appearance.Raksha challenged the time of the charge, given that it came six months after the November 21 concert on 21 May.The group performs in both the Irish and English languages, which is seen as bold innovators by supporters and radical elements by critics.Since his formation of 2017, he has given rise to disputes through drug-related songs, opposition to previous orthodox government and criticism of British control in northern Ireland.Formed in 2017, Kneecap is often found at the center of controversy itself. Known for songs that refer to drugs and for their strong-establishment ideas, the group often collided with the former UK conservative government and openly oppose British rule in northern Ireland.Last year, the group gained international recognition after a semi-clapical film, which was inspired by his story, including several awards, including the Sunndens Film Festival.