Key Facts
• On August 9, a protest occurred in London against the UK government’s ban on ‘Palestine Action.’
• Approximately 150 individuals were arrested for displaying placards supporting the group.
• In June, two activists damaged two military aircraft at a base near London.
• Following the June incident, the UK government classified ‘Palestine Action’ as a terrorist organization in July.
• Membership or support for the group is now illegal under UK law.
• Protesters carried signs reading ‘Oppose genocide, support Palestine Action’ during the demonstration.
Summary
On August 9, a protest in London opposed the UK government’s decision to ban the pro-Palestinian group ‘Palestine Action.’ The Metropolitan Police arrested around 150 individuals for displaying placards supporting the group. This follows a June incident where two activists damaged military aircraft, prompting the government to classify the group as a terrorist organization in July. Membership and support for ‘Palestine Action’ are now illegal. Protesters in central London carried signs denouncing genocide and expressing solidarity with the group.
