Anti-Semitic incidents surged after Bob Vylan Glastonbury chant, says charity
UNITED KINGDOM, AUG 05 – Reports of antisemitic incidents in the UK reached 26 in one day after Bob Vylan's anti-IDF chants at Glastonbury, with 1,521 cases recorded in the first half of 2025, CST said.
- On June 29, 2025, Bob Vylan lost their U.S. visas and bookings after their Glastonbury set, as their talent agency and festivals worldwide dropped them over the controversy.
- During their Glastonbury set, Pascal Robinson-Foster led thousands to chant `Death, Death to the IDF`, livestreamed by the BBC.
- Analysis found antisemitic incidents hit a six-month high after Bob Vylan’s Glastonbury gig, with 26 incidents reported on June 29, 2025.
- The BBC apologized for broadcasting Bob Vylan's `offensive and deplorable behavior`, while Avon and Somerset Police continue inquiries into the comments made on-stage.
- The CST recorded 1,521 antisemitic incidents in the first half of this year, with sentiment towards Israel and Zionism driving anti-Jewish discourse.
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