Event Brief
Massive Attack banned from Singapore over pro-Palestine acts
Filed: Aug 04, 2026 at 5:11 AM ET
Summary: Singapore banned Massive Attack after the band displayed a Palestinian flag and shouted “Free Palestine” at a concert.
WHO: Singapore authorities
WHAT: Singapore banned British band Massive Attack for pro-Palestine acts during a concert.
WHEN: Aug 04, 2026 at 4:57 AM ET
WHERE: Singapore
WHY: The ban followed pro-Palestine acts at the band’s Wednesday concert that involved displaying a Palestinian flag and shouting “Free Palestine,” which are prohibited under Singapore’s Foreign National Emblems (Control of Display) Act.
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