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Oscar-winning director Spike Lee drew attention at the NBA All-Star Saturday in Los Angeles after he was seen wearing a bag featuring the Palestinian flag.
The appearance took place during NBA All-Star Saturday, part of the league’s annual showcase event that brings together top players and celebrities.
Lee, who followed the games from inside the arena, was photographed carrying a bag that included the Palestinian flag and a keffiyeh motif. The keffiyeh is a traditional Middle Eastern scarf that has come to symbolize Palestinian identity and solidarity.
The NBA All-Star Weekend is one of the most widely watched events in American basketball, attracting international audiences and high-profile public figures.
Against that backdrop, Lee’s choice of attire stood out, as images circulated showing him with the flag-themed accessory.
The director has previously been vocal about Palestine. According to the information provided, he has used his social media accounts to draw attention to the humanitarian crisis in Gaza, including sharing the Palestinian flag in posts.
Beyond his public appearances, Lee also became one of the executive producers of the Oscar-nominated film "The Voice of Hind Rajab."
The production is referenced in connection with his expressed position on Palestine.
Lee is widely known for his work addressing racism and human rights themes in cinema, and his presence at major cultural events often carries symbolic weight.
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