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UK prosecutors appeal ruling to drop charges against rapper for displaying Hezbollah flag

UK prosecutors have announced plans to appeal a court decision that dropped charges against Liam O'Hanna, a member of the Northern Irish punk rap group Kneecap, for displaying a Hezbollah flag during a London concert. The case was dismissed by Woolwich Crown Court due to a technical error, with the judge ruling that the charge was not brought within the legal time limit. O'Hanna, who denied intending to show support for Hezbollah, described the ruling as a victory for free expression. The band has faced international controversy and concert cancellations over its political stances, but continues to perform at major events.

Original article source: https://www.timesofisrael.com/uk-prosecutors-appeal-ruling-to-drop-charges-against-rapper-for-displaying-hezbollah-flag/
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