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UK court throws out prosecution of member of Irish rap group Kneecap
A UK court dismissed terrorism charges against Liam Óg Ó hAnnaidh due to a missed legal deadline, highlighting procedural safeguards in anti-terror prosecutions.
- A UK court has dismissed the terrorism charge against Liam Óg Ó hAnnaidh, known as Mo Chara, due to a delay in issuing the relevant paperwork, which was deemed unlawful by Chief Magistrate Paul Goldspring.
- Many supporters celebrated outside the court after the ruling, emphasizing that the charge was a political attempt to silence those speaking out against Israeli actions in Gaza.
- Chara has consistently denied the charge, asserting that it was politically motivated and related to his band's support for Palestinian rights.
- Kneecap’s manager stated that Liam Óg is a free man, and several officials, including First Minister Michelle O’Neill, welcomed the court's decision.
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