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Jordan Lifts Ban on Performance by Popular Lebanese Band

Jordan is permitting a popular Lebanese rock band to perform, lifting an earlier ban imposed amid claims the group's songs promoting religious and sexual freedom violate local customs and religious beliefs. Khalid Abu Zeid, a regional politician who initially announced the ban against “Mashrou Leila,” or Leila's Project, said in a new statement that “we don't mind if this concert takes place.” He didn't elaborate. The indie band, known for songs about controversial...


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