The Royal Ballet and Opera in the United Kingdom has canceled its planned 2026 production of 'Tosca' at the Israeli Opera in Tel Aviv, following an open letter signed by nearly 200 staff members. The letter criticized the organization's ties to Israel amid the ongoing war in Gaza and condemned the hiring out of previous productions to the Israeli Opera, which offers free tickets to Israeli soldiers. Staff also expressed support for a performer who raised a Palestinian flag on stage, accusing the director of opera of responding aggressively. The organization's chief executive acknowledged the emotional impact of the crisis in Gaza and stated that the decision reflects a shift in the company's approach to global issues.