Andrea Bocelli Concert Descends into Chaos Amidst Allegations of Israeli Support; Journalist Injured
A concert by Andrea Bocelli in Jakarta erupted into chaos as hundreds of protesters, led by Habib Bahar Smith, demanded its cancellation due to allegations of the singer's past support for Israeli military fundraising. The protest escalated into clashes with security forces and the burning of road barriers, resulting in a journalist being injured.
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