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What happened with Kneecap's case in London

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A London court dismissed the terrorism charge against Kneecap member Liam Ogg Ohane, ruling the case was brought too late. The case was linked to displaying a Hezbollah flag and seen as politically motivated due to pro-Palestinian activism.

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Terrorism case 'about Gaza' says Kneecap as court throws it out

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  • A London court dismissed a terrorism case against Kneecap member Liam Ogg Ohane.
  • The charge was related to allegedly displaying a Hezbollah flag at a concert. 12s
  • The court ruled the charge was filed outside the six-month legal window. 17s
  • Northern Ireland First Minister Michelle O'Neill welcomed the ruling, calling the charges an attempt to silence critics of Israel's actions in Gaza. 1m 5s
  • Kneecap cancelled a US tour due to the case. 1m 35s
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Terrorism case 'about Gaza' says Kneecap as court throws it out
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4 hours ago
Terrorism case 'about Gaza' says Kneecap as court throws it out

A terrorism case against Kneecap member Liam Ogg Ohane was dismissed by a London court because the charge was brought outside the six-month legal window.

Terrorism case 'about Gaza' says Kneecap as court throws it out
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Terrorism case 'about Gaza' says Kneecap as court throws it out

Ohane stated the process was not about terrorism but about Gaza and the consequences of speaking up, linking the case to political motivations.

Terrorism case 'about Gaza' says Kneecap as court throws it out
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4 hours ago
Terrorism case 'about Gaza' says Kneecap as court throws it out

Northern Ireland First Minister Michelle O'Neill welcomed the ruling, calling the charges an attempt to silence critics of Israel's actions in Gaza.

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