Stevie Wonder cancels Israeli concert after protests

by admin
Nov 30, 2012

The legendary singer Stevie Wonder cancelled a concert for the Friends of the Israel Defence Forces (FIDF) in response to numerous complaints from organisations condemning Israel's occupation of the Palestinian territories.

In a statement, Wonder said:

“Given the current and very delicate situation in the Middle East, and with a heart that has always cried out for world unity, I will not be performing at the FIDF Gala."

The cancellation comes after the Israeli government announced further settlements, in response to the Palestinians being recognised as a non-member observer state at the UN.

The concert was due to be a fund-raising gala in Los Angeles, hosted by the FIDF.

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