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Disturbed Show in Belgium Reportedly Cancelled over Safety Risks Posed by David Draiman’s Support of Israel
Mayor Charles Spapens cited security risks after police warned of potential violent protests linked to David Draiman's pro-Israel stance amid a tense national strike, officials said.
- On Oct. 15, Charles Spapens, mayor of Forest, issued a police order banning Disturbed's concert at Forest National, halting the scheduled show.
- David Draiman last year posted a photo signing an IDF artillery shell with `Fuck Hamas`, sparking backlash while Mayor Spapens called Draiman's presence a `moral problem`.
- Police risk analysis warned that Draiman's presence could trigger violent demonstrations, while a national strike and prison staff strike on October 14th would stretch police resources ahead of the show.
- Live Nation Belgium continued listing the gig while no official band statement was released, and tickets remained on sale as of reporting.
- The cancellation is the latest example of European clashes over Israeli-affiliated artists and disrupts Disturbed's The Sickness 25th Anniversary Tour with Megadeth.
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Brussels cancels Disturbed concert over singer David Draiman’s support for Israel, re
A Brussels municipality canceled the American metal band’s Oct. 15 concert, citing security concerns tied to Jewish rocker David Draiman’s outspoken support for Israel; Tickets remain on sale despite the official police order
The mayor of Forest, Charles Spapens (PS), has banned the concert of the American metal band Disturbed on October 15th at Forest National, Belga reports. Frontman David Draiman is a fervent supporter of the Israeli army. Spapens fears this could lead to major security problems.
Belgian City Cancels Disturbed Concert Over Safety Concerns Around Frontman’s Israel Support
Disturbed’s David Draiman has been a public supporter of Israel for years. Last year the frontman tweeted photos of himself signing Israel Defense Forces (IDF) missiles, and earlier this year he joined Sharon Osbourne in condemning Belfast rap trio Kneecap for their pro-Palestine advocacy. Now, a Disturbed show in Brussels was canceled by the city due to safety concerns.
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