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Colombian Rapper Chelo Hol Steps on Israeli Flag, Declares 'Free Palestine'

Colombian rapper Chelo Hol was filmed stepping on an Israeli flag and chanting "Free Palestine" during a concert in Bogota. After the video went viral, Hol defended her actions, quoting Nina Simone and stating that art must address world events.

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What happened

  1. 01Colombian rapper Chelo Hol stepped on an Israeli flag during a Bogota concert.
  2. 02Hol chanted "Free Palestine" and defended her actions as artistic expression.
  3. 03The rapper quoted Nina Simone to justify addressing world events through art.
  4. 04Video of the incident has been viewed millions of times globally.
  5. 05Pro-Palestinian supporters have praised Hol's actions.

The incident has sparked widespread reactions, with pro-Palestinian supporters praising her stance.

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