TORONTO: Irish rap group Kneecap was banned from entering Canada this week, with the country’s government saying the band “publicly displayed support for terrorist organizations such as Hezbollah and Hamas.” The group has faced criticism for political statements seeming to glorify militant groups and has previously been banned from Hungary.

OTTAWA: Canada has barred Irish rap trio Kneecap from entering the country ahead of its scheduled concerts next month, accusing the band of promoting hate and violence and…

The group has fired back at the Canadian government, calling their comments "deeply malicious" and threatening legal action.