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300 personalities support Barbara Butch after concert interrupted by pro-Palestinian activists

other · 2026-07-20

DJ Barbara Butch had to be evacuated from a concert in Grenoble on Saturday after pro-Palestinian activists and members of La France Insoumise interrupted the event. The protesters objected to Butch having signed a petition supporting the contested Yadan bill, which aims to combat antisemitism. In response, 300 personalities, including Alain Chabat and the Dardenne brothers, signed a public letter of support for Butch.

Key facts

  • Barbara Butch's concert in Grenoble was interrupted by pro-Palestinian activists and La France Insoumise members.
  • The interruption occurred on Saturday.
  • Butch was evacuated from the venue.
  • The activists objected to Butch signing a petition supporting the Yadan bill against antisemitism.
  • 300 personalities signed a letter of support for Butch.
  • Signatories include Alain Chabat and the Dardenne brothers.
  • The Yadan bill is described as contested.

Entities

Artists

Institutions

  • La France Insoumise
  • Socialist Party
  • National Rally

Locations

  • Grenoble
  • France

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