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Lebanese Singer Elissa Sparks Controversy After Tossing Keffiyeh During Tunisia Concert

Lebanese singer Elissa caused a stir after she threw back a keffiyeh thrown to her during a Tunisia concert, prompting criticism from pro-Palestinian groups despite her past solidarity gestures.

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What happened

  1. 01Lebanese singer Elissa threw back a keffiyeh thrown to her during a Tunisia concert.
  2. 02The incident happened at Carthage amphitheater, where she performed after 17 years.
  3. 03Video of the moment spread quickly on social media, sparking negative reactions.
  4. 04Pro-Palestinian accounts accused her of rejecting solidarity with Palestinians.
  5. 05Elissa has previously shown support by wearing a keffiyeh in other countries.
  6. 06Her political views on Hezbollah and Lebanon complicate interpretations of her actions.
Translated and summarized by baba from Now 14, the latest report. Read Now 14’s original

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