The mayor of a municipality in Belgium has canceled an upcoming concert by the rock band Disturbed over safety concerns due to lead singer David Draiman’ comments about the conflict in Gaza.

The band was scheduled to perform Oct. 15 at the Forest National in Brussels as part of its “The Sickness 25th Anniversary Tour.”

However, according to The Brussel Times, a police risk assessment warned that the band’s appearance could lead to violent demonstrations. As a result, Forest Mayor Charles Spapens has issued a police order banning the concert.

“My responsibility and priority are the safety of residents, neighbors, demonstrators, spectators and staff at Forest National,” Spapens said. “Given the police’s negative advice and the venue’s unique location, it was my duty to make this decisio

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