An unusual situation arose at London’s major royal opera house on Saturday when an artist, the closing of the famous opera ‘El Tarbawaror’ hoisted the Palestinian flag on the stage. As a result of this unexpected step, a conflict with an officer was also seen on the stage as he was trying to snatch the flag.
According to the French news agency AFP, it can be seen in videos that go viral online, that the artist, who was currently on stage with other artists before the veil fell, suddenly removes a Palestinian flag from his pocket and starts waving it.
A person, who was probably a member of the stage administration, immediately interfere and tries to snatch the flag, but the artist refuses to give him the flag, refuses to give him.
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At the same time, other members of the staff standing on the other side of the stage try to say something, but the artist keeps looking quietly and does not react.
The video can also be seen that the audience is clapping.
Administration strongly condemned
The Royal Opera House and the Royal Belle administration strongly condemned the move, called it “completely unfair”.
Speaking to the BBC, an opera spokesman said: ‘This process was an unauthorized and personal opposition, which was neither approved nor allowed. This does not correspond to our non -political and neutral principles. ,
The administration said the artist’s attitude was against the environment and artistic tradition of ‘Curtin Call’.
Palestinian flags, symbols of protest in Britain
According to Arab News, the incident occurred at a time when protests have continued against Israeli attacks on Gaza since the end of 2023. The Palestinian flag in the UK has become a major symbol for protesters, and a flag has also been seen on stage in several events including the Gluston Bry Festival.
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Remember that after Israeli attacks, many artists and bands have expressed solidarity with the people of Gaza. An investigation is also going on against some, as Bob is investigating the police against the chief singer of Vlenn, who raised slogans against the Israeli army on the festival.
After all this turmoil, the identity of the protesting artist has not yet been disclosed, nor has any possible action details against them.
The 11 -night offer of ‘El Tarbawaror’ concluded that night.
A person of the audience wrote on the social media platform X: ‘Tonight the Royal Opera House has seen an extraordinary scene. An artist hoisted the Palestinian flag during the “El Tarbawaror” call. He stood quietly, did not say anything or bowed down. A man tried to snatch the flag from him again and again. It was an incredible scene. ,
