Australian Festival Cancels Israeli DJs Amid Threats and Vandalism
Organizers of the Frequency Forest electronic music festival in Australia have canceled the participation of several Israeli DJs following a series of threats. The organizers reported receiving anonymous letters that referred to the Israeli artists as "IDF soldiers." Police are investigating the vandalism of vehicles belonging to one of the festival's producers, which included arson. According to The Daily Telegraph, the festival organizers also faced pressure from anti-Israel activists, forcing them to change event locations. The festival was set to feature 30 DJs, including five from Israel: Astrix, Berg, Ghostrider, Ranji, and Ritmo. Their performances have now been removed from the lineup.
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