Massive Attack barred from Singapore after pro-Palestine flag moment
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Massive Attack were detained and questioned by Singaporean police after two members displayed a Palestinian flag and led chants during a July show; authorities subsequently banned them from returning or performing in Singapore, saying they would not be allowed to re-enter, with the band describing the incident as surreal and noting the display reportedly violated laws on foreign flags and political expression.
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