- Irish rap group Kneecap apologised to the families of murdered MPs Jo Cox and Sir David Amess after a video appearing to show a member advocating violence against MPs surfaced.
- The band claims the footage, from a 2023 concert, was taken out of context and is part of a smear campaign following their criticism of the conflict in Gaza.
- Counter-terrorism police are investigating this video and another from 2024 where a member allegedly expressed support for Hamas and Hezbollah.
- Kneecap denies supporting the aforementioned groups, condemns violence against civilians, and insists their message is one of "love, inclusion, and hope."
- The incident sparked political condemnation, with Kemi Badenoch calling for prosecution and Downing Street stating the group should not receive public funds.
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