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BBC Apologizes After Bob Vylan Performance at Glastonbury

The BBC has apologized after a live broadcast of Bob Vylan's performance at Glastonbury Festival aired comments expressing antisemitic sentiments. During their set, the band's singer led the crowd in chants of "death to the IDF."

The BBC admitted their mistake in broadcasting the performance and promised to review their guidance for future live events. They also confirmed that Director-General Tim Davie was informed of the incident during the festival.

Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy expressed concern over the situation, criticizing the BBC's handling of previous controversies and demanding accountability. She called the BBC's standards "the highest in the country."

Bob Vylan responded on Instagram, denying intentions to promote violence and claiming they were targeted for speaking out.

A criminal investigation was launched following the performance, with police reviewing footage to assess potential violations. The BBC confirmed the revocation of US visas for the band members.

Media regulator Ofcom expressed concern over the incident and requested further information from the BBC regarding their editorial procedures.

Some MPs criticized the amount of coverage given to the controversy, arguing that it overshadowed more pressing issues like the ongoing conflict in Gaza.