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U2 lashes out at ICE agents and Iranian regime on first album since 2017

U2 lashes out at ICE agents and Iranian regime on first album since 2017

U2 has unexpectedly released a new EP titled *Days of Ash*, marking the band's first release since 2017. The record features guest musician Ed Sheeran and addresses social injustices, specifically criticizing the Iranian regime and the actions of the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).

Based on reporting by nu. Translated and condensed by LocalHeadlines.

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