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U2 letter on Gaza condemns Israeli government and Hamas, asks for a ceasefire and hostages back

Unlike most celebrities, the bandmates question the hypocrisy of those who ignore humanitarian crises all around the world and only voice outrage when Israel is involved.

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Bono, lead singer of Irish band U2 arrives to attend the screening of the documentary movie 'Kiss the Future' at the 73rd Berlinale International Film Festival in Berlin, Germany, February 19, 2023
Bono lies on the ground near a desk during a photocall for the documentary film "Bono: Stories of Surrender" presented as part of Special Screenings at the 78th Cannes Film Festival in Cannes, France, May 17, 2025.

Bono calls for Hamas to release hostages, Israel to be released from Netanyahu

“Hamas, release the hostages, stop the war. Israel, be released from Benjamin Netanyahu and the far-right fundamentalists that twist your sacred texts,” the U2 musician said. 

|ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF
"Peace on Earth, we need it now." Bono

Roger Waters slams Bono over Nova Festival tribute

Pink Floyd's former frontman, known for his antisemitic remarks, shares his reaction to Bono's Nova Festival tribute in an Al Jazeera interview; urges people to "kick him in the crotch."

|ByWALLA!
U2 rock band frontman Bono and Ukrainian serviceman, frontman of the Antytila band Taras Topolia sing during a performance for Ukrainian people inside a subway station, as Russia's attack on Ukraine continues, in Kyiv, Ukraine May 8, 2022.

U2's Bono gives 'freedom' concert in Kyiv metro

"This evening, 8th of May, shots will ring out in the Ukraine sky, but you'll be free at last," Bono said.

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Grapevine: Rallying against Iran

Anti-Iran rallies have been taking place across America, but one that organizers anticipate will be the largest of all will be held in New York City’s Times Square in the early evening of July 22.

JULY 9, 2015ByGREER FAY CASHMAN
Former President Shimon Peres meets Bono

Israel is full of surprises

MAY 11, 2012ByMICHAEL ORDMAN
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Mysterious Ways: U2's Bono spotted in Tel Aviv

In unannounced trip, apparently for vacation, U2 frontman and his family are spotted dining with friends.

APRIL 10, 2012ByJPOST.COM STAFF
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