In a significant crackdown, the Metropolitan Police have arrested twelve individuals across the capital in a coordinated dawn raid. The operation, which spanned multiple London boroughs, targeted alleged supporters of the pro-Palestine group recently proscribed as a terrorist organisation by Home Secretary Suella Braverman.
The arrests, involving both men and women, were conducted on suspicion of supporting a banned organisation, a serious offence under UK anti-terror legislation. Scotland Yard confirmed that a number of properties were searched as part of the ongoing investigation.
Enforcing the Ban
The move comes just weeks after the government's decisive action to outlaw the group, citing its alleged involvement in organising and funding disruptive protests and activities. The Met's operation demonstrates a swift commitment to enforcing the new designation and tackling its support network within London.
A statement from the Metropolitan Police read: "We can confirm that twelve people have been arrested at addresses across London this morning. All were arrested on suspicion of support for a proscribed organisation... and have been taken to central London police stations where they remain in custody."
A Message from Scotland Yard
This large-scale operation sends a clear message that supporting a group on the UK's list of proscribed organisations will not be tolerated. The police have emphasised their duty to prevent the activities of such groups, which they state are "detrimental to community cohesion and public safety."
All twelve individuals remain in custody for questioning as enquiries continue. The public can expect a highly visible police presence in the affected areas throughout the day.
