Scottish rock band Franz Ferdinand has condemned the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) for using their hit song “Take Me Out” in a military promotional video without permission.

Lead singer Alex Kapranos shared the video online, which showed fighter jets, explosions, and a soldier celebrating recent strikes on Iran while the band’s music played in the background.

Kapranos described the move as “nauseating and infuriating,” accusing the military of using their music to promote violence and war propaganda.

The video was reportedly linked to “Operation Roaring Lion,” part of a wider military campaign tied to the escalating Israel–Iran conflict.

The controversy comes after joint U.S. and Israeli attacks on Iranian targets earlier this year, an operation that Donald Trump reportedly referred to as “Epic Fury.”

Iran later retaliated with missile and drone strikes across parts of the Middle East, raising fears of broader regional instability and economic disruption.

Franz Ferdinand’s criticism reflects a growing backlash from artists against unauthorized political use of music.

Earlier this year, the band Radiohead condemned U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) after the agency used their song “Let Down” in a controversial social media video.

Radiohead demanded the video be removed, saying the song held deep personal meaning and should not be used to promote political messaging.

Singer Kesha also criticized the Trump administration after her song “Blow” appeared in a White House TikTok video tied to political messaging about war and national security.

Despite repeated objections from musicians, the IDF has continued using popular music in promotional clips, including videos featuring songs like “Macarena” by Los Del Rio and “Players” by Coi Leray.

The recurring disputes highlight a wider issue around artist consent and political messaging, as musicians increasingly challenge governments and institutions over the use of their work in propaganda.