The Irish rap trio had been set to perform at Budapest’s Sziget Festival, but government officials say they can’t enter the country for three years due to “antisemitism and glorifying terror”

Hungary bans Irish rap group Kneecap from performing at a music festival due to accusations of antisemitic speech and praising Hamas, sparking controversy. Kneecap denies supporting militant actions and criticizes Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban's decision as politically motivated and a threat to artistic freedom.

Hungary banned the Irish-language rap group Kneecap from the country Thursday ahead of their scheduled performance at the popular Sziget Festival, with officials arguing that the musicians' presence would pose a risk to national security.