US Revokes Visas of Bob Vylan for Glastonbury Controversy

The United States has revoked the visas of Bob Vylan punk-rap duo members following their controversial performance at the Glastonbury festival deemed antisemitic. The chants led by the duo, broadcasted by the BBC, sparked political discourse, with the State Department emphasizing the need to prevent glorification of hate.

The United States has taken a decisive stance by revoking visas for members of Britain's Bob Vylan punk-rap duo. This move comes after the band led contentious chants at the Glastonbury music festival that U.S. officials and the BBC branded as antisemitic.

U.S. Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau expressed the government's firm stance via social media, emphasizing that those who glorify violence are unwelcome. The BBC, which aired the event, admitted its oversight in not halting the live broadcast of the incendiary chants singing out against the Israeli Defense Forces and expressing controversial political sentiments.

Bob Vylan, known for their socially charged music, has faced previous controversies for their outspoken views. While details on the affected individuals of the visa revocation remain scarce, the band was slated to perform in the U.S. in November. The impact of this diplomatic move on their tour remains to be seen.

(With inputs from agencies.)