The Strokes concluded their Weekend 2 performance at Coachella with a powerful political message, featuring a video montage that addressed CIA-backed regime changes and recent conflicts in Gaza and Iran. The band performed 'Oblivius' from their 2016 EP, marking its first live performance in decades. Frontman Julian Casablancas opened the set with a comment on censorship, referencing videos about Iran that were removed online. The montage included historical events like the 1953 overthrow of Iranian Prime Minister Mohammad Mossadegh and the 1973 Chilean coup, transitioning to modern war imagery from Gaza and Iran. Fans on social media celebrated the band's boldness, with many noting that their performance may have consequences for future appearances at Coachella. The Strokes' set is being hailed as a significant protest, emphasizing the ongoing U.S. involvement in Middle Eastern conflicts.