US EditionRappers Bob Vylan sue Irish broadcaster RTE over claim lead singer led 'antisemitic chants' at Glastonbury gig
Bob Vylan denies allegations of antisemitic chants at Glastonbury, asserting their remarks were political criticism of Israel Defence Forces and seeks damages for reputational harm.
- Punk-Rap duo Bob Vylan is suing Irish broadcaster RTÉ for defamation over claims of antisemitic chants during their Glastonbury performance.
- Bob Vylan's lawyers stated they expressed support for Palestinian self-determination and criticized Israeli military actions, not antisemitism.
- Various entities criticized Bob Vylan, including the US revoking their visas and festivals canceling shows, while the band stands by their chants.
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Bob Vylan Sues Irish Broadcaster RTE for Defamation Over Coverage of ‘Death to the IDF’ Chant at Glastonbury
Bob Vylan lead singer Bobby Vylan. Photo: BANG Showbiz via Reuters Connect The British punk-rap duo Bob Vylan filed defamation proceedings against Ireland’s national broadcaster on Tuesday over its coverage of their performance at the Glastonbury Festival in June, during which they led the audience in chanting “death, death to the IDF” in reference to the Israel Defense Forces. The band is accusing RTE of defaming the group by claiming in a broa…
British punk rap duo Bob Vylan has filed a lawsuit against the Irish public broadcaster RTÉ, according to various British media outlets. The group alleges RTÉ is guilty of defamation by alleging that the lead singer shouted antisemitic slurs during a performance at the Glastonbury festival.
Rappers Bob Vylan sue Irish broadcaster RTE over claim lead singer led 'antisemitic chants' at Glastonbury gig
Punk-rap duo Bob Vylan are suing Irish national broadcaster RTE for defamation, claiming it misrepresented chants led by the band when they played this year's Glastonbury festival.
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