More than 100 people have been arrested in a sweeping police operation targeting the pro-Palestinian group Palestine Action across the UK. The crackdown follows escalating demonstrations, including recent protests in London where activists were heard chanting slogans against the "Jewish state."
Authorities confirmed that coordinated raids and arrests were carried out in multiple cities, with the majority of detentions linked to alleged disruptions and unlawful protests. In London, activists gathered outside government buildings, waving Palestinian flags and shouting provocative slogans.
Police Response
A Metropolitan Police spokesperson stated: "We are committed to maintaining public order and will take robust action against those engaging in unlawful behaviour." The operation is part of a broader effort to curb disruptive activism linked to the ongoing Israel-Palestine conflict.
Public Reaction
The arrests have sparked mixed reactions, with some condemning the police response as heavy-handed, while others argue that disruptive protests must be reined in. Pro-Palestinian groups have vowed to continue demonstrations, calling the arrests an "attack on free speech."
Meanwhile, counter-protesters have welcomed the crackdown, accusing Palestine Action of inciting tension and targeting Jewish communities.
