Not Guilty Pleas in Palestine Action Placard Case
Three individuals charged under new public order laws for displaying Palestine Action placards near Parliament plead not guilty, setting stage for landmark free speech trial.
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Pro-Palestine protestors halt Vuelta a España finale in Madrid
The final stage of the Vuelta a España was dramatically halted after pro-Palestine protestors blocked the route in central Madrid, forcing a 15-minute delay and a reroute under UCI scrutiny.
MPs demand terror ban for Palestine Action group
A cross-party coalition of MPs is pressuring the Home Secretary to proscribe Palestine Action as a terrorist organisation, citing escalating criminal damage and intimidation tactics against UK defence firms.
Sawalha & Colman back Palestine in celeb-led open letter
Actresses Julia Sawalha and Olivia Colman join Susan Sarandon and Mark Ruffalo in signing a powerful open letter from Artists for Palestine UK, calling for an immediate ceasefire and condemning the violence in Gaza.
Protesters storm Israeli arms firm Elbit's London HQ
Dozens of Palestine Action protesters were arrested after a major demonstration at the London headquarters of Elbit Systems, an Israeli arms manufacturer. The group occupied the building, unveiling banners and demanding an end to UK complicity in the Gaza
Pro-Palestine protesters defy government ban in London
Hundreds of pro-Palestine protesters defied a government ban to march through central London, clashing with police in a major standoff over civil liberties and the right to demonstrate.
Labour's Healey Accuses Met Police of 'Two-Tier' Protest Policing
Shadow Defence Secretary John Healey accuses Met Police of 'two-tier policing' as nearly 900 pro-Palestinian demonstrators are arrested in London, while 'Palestine Action' protesters allegedly operate with impunity.
12 Arrested in London Palestine Protest Outside Government Building
Twelve protesters from Palestine Action were arrested after a major demonstration in Whitehall brought central London to a standstill. Activists targeted the Department for Business and Trade, demanding an end to UK arms exports to Israel.
Met Police arrest Palestine Action protesters in Parliament Square
Metropolitan Police detain multiple Palestine Action protesters following a demonstration near Parliament. Activists demand UK ends ties with Israeli defence firm Elbit Systems.
Met Police condemned for 'aggressive' protest arrests
The Metropolitan Police faces intense scrutiny after officers were filmed making controversial arrests during a Westminster pro-Palestine demonstration, raising serious concerns over protest policing and freedom of speech.
Met Police arrest 40+ in London as protest defies ban
Metropolitan Police make over 40 arrests in central London as pro-Palestinian demonstrators defy a government ban. Clashes erupt near Whitehall in a major test of new protest powers.
Multiple Arrests at Banned London Palestine Protest
Metropolitan Police make multiple arrests in central London as a pro-Palestinian protest, officially banned by the Home Secretary, goes ahead. Clashes erupt near government buildings.
London Protest Chaos: 12 Arrested in Whitehall Demo
Metropolitan Police arrest 12 protesters after Palestine Action activists chain themselves to government building in Whitehall, demanding end to UK-Israel arms trade. Major disruption ensues.
Met Police Arrest 12 in Pro-Palestine Group Crackdown
Scotland Yard has arrested a dozen individuals across London in a major operation targeting supporters of a pro-Palestine group recently outlawed by the Home Secretary. The arrests signal a firm stance on enforcing the new ban.
18 Arrested in London Arms Factory Protest Over Israel Links
Metropolitan Police detain nearly two dozen protesters after dramatic demonstration at London arms factory linked to Israeli defence contracts. Activists demand UK stop supplying weapons.
Palestine Action Blockades UK Arms Factories - Arrests Made
Palestine Action activists have launched a major day of disruption, blockading multiple UK arms factories in protest against their links to Israel. Police have made several arrests as demonstrators scale buildings and glue themselves to gates.
Palestine Activists Shut Down UK Arms Factory in Major Protest
Hundreds of Palestine Action protesters have stormed and shut down a key UK arms factory in Kent, demanding an end to weapons supplies to Israel. Live updates as activists scale the roof and chain themselves to gates.
40 Arrested as Protesters Storm London MoD Building
Forty activists from Palestine Action were arrested after scaling and occupying the roof of the Ministry of Defence building in London, demanding an end to UK arms sales to Israel.
Elbit Systems closes UK factory after Palestine Action campaign
Israeli defence contractor Elbit Systems closes its Shenstone drone component facility following a sustained campaign of protests and site occupations by Palestine Action activists.
UK Activists Charged with Terror Offences Over Protests
The Crown Prosecution Service has authorised terrorism-related charges against activists from Palestine Action, marking a significant escalation in the UK's response to the group's direct-action protests against Israeli defence company Elbit Systems.
24 More Charged in Palestine Action Crackdown - Total Hits 138
UK authorities have charged an additional 24 individuals with supporting the pro-Palestinian group Palestine Action, bringing the total number of accused to 138. The crackdown intensifies amid a nationwide effort to dismantle the banned organisation's net
Home Office wins right to challenge Palestine Action ruling
The UK Home Office has secured permission to appeal a High Court decision that blocked its bid to proscribe Palestine Action as a terrorist organisation. The legal battle centres on defining political protest versus terrorism.
Major London Protest Over Palestine Group Ban
Hundreds of activists from Palestine Action clashed with police in a major London protest against the banning of their group. The demonstration, held outside the Home Office, saw arrests as tensions flared over the government's controversial decision.
Cumberbatch Leads Star-Studded Palestine Concert at Wembley
A-list celebrities including Benedict Cumberbatch and Steve Coogan unite at Wembley Arena for humanitarian aid concert supporting Palestine. Event organised by War Child UK and Medical Aid for Palestinians.
UK police arrest activists in pre-emptive protest crackdown
Metropolitan Police make pre-emptive arrests, including of a solicitor, to prevent a planned Defend Our Juries protest. Critics decry the move as an assault on democratic rights.
81-year-old woman charged over Palestine Action protests
An 81-year-old woman is amongst twelve individuals charged by the Met Police for alleged criminal damage linked to Palestine Action protests, targeting defence and security firms across England.
Met Police charge 14 over Palestine Action protests
The Metropolitan Police has charged 14 individuals following a series of disruptive protests by the outlawed group Palestine Action at defence company sites across England. The group is accused of targeting Israeli-linked defence firms.
The Beekeeper: Infectiously Fun Action Comedy
Move over, John Wick. Jason Statham's latest romp, 'The Beekeeper', is being hailed as a near-perfect, gloriously over-the-top action comedy that delivers pure, unadulterated fun. Discover why UK critics are buzzing about this must-see cinematic thrill ri
Screenwriter Paul Laverty arrested in Edinburgh protest
Renowned screenwriter Paul Laverty, known for his work with Ken Loach, was detained by Police Scotland following a direct action at an arms factory in Edinburgh linked to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.
UK police defend 'proportionate' Palestine protest response
The National Police Chiefs' Council asserts that UK policing of pro-Palestine demonstrations has been 'proportionate', despite criticism over perceived inaction on illegal acts during protests.
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