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Is this mystery statue in London a new Banksy?

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Video. Blinded by the flag: Banksy confirms new statue in London is his work

Updated: 30/04/2026 - 16:47 GMT+2

UPDATE: Banksy has confirmed that the large statue of a suited man blinded by his own flag and walking off a plinth is his work. It appeared in central London overnight.

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