During the Super Bowl halftime show on February 9, 2025, a performer held up a Palestinian flag with the word "GAZA" and a Sudanese flag, leading to his lifetime ban from NFL events. New Orleans police confirmed he will not face charges as no one in the production was aware of his intent. This protest highlighted ongoing humanitarian crises in Gaza and Sudan. The flags were shown during Kendrick Lamar's performance, and the protest sparked extensive discussion on social media. Meanwhile, a ceasefire remains in effect in Gaza, but Sudan faces dire conditions due to civil unrest.