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Palestine Action Ban Challenge Heads to UK Supreme Court
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Palestine Action Ban Challenge Heads to UK Supreme Court

The UK Supreme Court will review the ban on the activist group Palestine Action after its co-founder won an appeal bid. This decision follows numerous arrests related to the group's activities.

UK Court Upholds Ban on Palestine Action as Lawful
WorldBBCNYTFT+16The GuardianAl Jazeerayle-uutisetnosaftonbladetle-figarode-volkskrantThe Independent+8 more2mo ago19 sources

UK Court Upholds Ban on Palestine Action as Lawful

A UK court has upheld the government's ban on the activist group Palestine Action, ruling it lawful, leading to over 100 arrests in London as protesters expressed their devastation.

UN Demands Release of Gaza Flotilla Activists Detained by Israel
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UN Demands Release of Gaza Flotilla Activists Detained by Israel

The United Nations has called for the immediate release of activists detained by Israel following a Gaza aid flotilla, as Israeli courts rejected appeals challenging their detention.

London Police Arrest Over 500 at Palestine Action Protest
Worldyle-uutisetvijesti-me4mo ago2 sources

London Police Arrest Over 500 at Palestine Action Protest

London police arrested more than 500 people during a demonstration supporting the banned Palestine Action group, following a high court decision in February that deemed the group's terrorist classification illegal.

Pardubice Arson Attack Linked to Anti-Israeli Group
Worldirozhlas4mo ago

Pardubice Arson Attack Linked to Anti-Israeli Group

A political scientist notes that the arson attack on the LPP Holding armory hall in Pardubice resembles actions by the British Palestine Action group. The alleged anti-Israeli group 'The Earthquake Faction' has claimed responsibility, though external influence is not yet apparent.

Met Police to Resume Arrests of Palestine Action Protesters
WorldBBCThe GuardianThe Independent+1the-journal5mo ago4 sources

Met Police to Resume Arrests of Palestine Action Protesters

The Metropolitan Police has confirmed it will resume arrests of Palestine Action protesters, reiterating that supporting the banned group remains a criminal offense and the law must be enforced, even as a government appeal is ongoing.

Terrorism arrests rose 1,114% last year - so why aren’t the security services more alarmed? | Zoe Williams
PoliticsThe Guardian5mo ago

Terrorism arrests rose 1,114% last year - so why aren’t the security services more alarmed? | Zoe Williams

Due to an ongoing judicial review, Home Office data currently leaves out the thousands of people apprehended at Palestine Action protests. But whichever way you cut it, the number of arrests is outrageous On the surface, the Home Office’s latest data on terrorism arrests looks relatively stable. There were 255 terrorism-related arrests in 2025, which is only a 2% increase on the previous year’s figure of 250. Funny thing is, I know three people who were arrested on terrorism-related charges l...

Palestine Action Activists Jailed in UK, Israeli-Palestinian Groups Meet in France
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Palestine Action Activists Jailed in UK, Israeli-Palestinian Groups Meet in France

Several Palestine Action activists have been jailed in the UK on 'terrorism' charges for raiding an Israeli arms factory. Meanwhile, Israeli and Palestinian civil society groups met in France to advocate for the two-state solution, despite dimming hopes.

Israeli Attacks Kill Multiple Civilians in Southern Lebanon
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Israeli Attacks Kill Multiple Civilians in Southern Lebanon

Israeli attacks on villages in southern Lebanon have resulted in the deaths of at least seven people. These strikes have intensified, raising concerns about the collapse of any existing ceasefire and the escalating conflict in the region.

UK Appeals High Court Ruling Favoring Palestine Action
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UK Appeals High Court Ruling Favoring Palestine Action

The UK government is appealing a High Court ruling that granted a victory to the activist group Palestine Action. During the appeal, arguments were heard that a ban on the group created a "culture of fear."

Protest Outside Norwegian Oil Fund Conference
Politicsvg3mo ago

Protest Outside Norwegian Oil Fund Conference

Activists from the Palestine Action Group and the Palestine Committee are blocking the entrance to Norges Bank, demonstrating outside the Oil Fund conference with several individuals chaining themselves.

Italian Magazine Cover Sparks Diplomatic Row with Israel
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Italian Magazine Cover Sparks Diplomatic Row with Israel

An Italian magazine cover depicting an Israeli settler has ignited a diplomatic incident and widespread backlash from Israel. The controversial image on L'Espresso has renewed tensions between the two nations.

UN missions of 85 countries condemn Israeli West Bank plans
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UN missions of 85 countries condemn Israeli West Bank plans

The UN missions of 85 countries on Wednesday condemned a series of Israeli measures designed to tighten control over the West Bank, including in areas administered by the Palestinian Authority under the Oslo Accords, in place since the 1990s. It came as Israel's far-right finance minister Bezalel Smotrich said he would pursue a policy of "encouraging the migration" of Palestinians from the occupied West Bank and Gaza Strip.

Andy Burnham Proposes Giving Regional Mayors Share of Income Tax
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Andy Burnham Proposes Giving Regional Mayors Share of Income Tax

Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham has proposed a new devolution plan that would allow regional mayors to retain a share of income tax collected in their areas starting in 2028. This initiative aims to empower local authorities and reduce their reliance on central government funding.

Palestine Action Co-founder Vows to Overturn Terrorism Ban
WorldThe Guardian2mo ago

Palestine Action Co-founder Vows to Overturn Terrorism Ban

Following an appeal court ruling that upheld the ban on Palestine Action, the group's co-founder, Huda Ammori, has vowed to continue the fight to overturn the terrorism ban, stating victory will be achieved in courts or 'on the streets'.

UK Announces Social Media Ban for Under-16s Starting 2027
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UK Announces Social Media Ban for Under-16s Starting 2027

The UK Prime Minister has announced a ban on social media for individuals under 16 years old, set to take effect in early 2027. This move aims to protect children and has sparked debate, with some comparing it to similar measures in other countries like Australia.

Palestine Action Activists Convicted of Criminal Damage in UK
PoliticsBBCThe GuardianAl Jazeera+5The Independentobservadorla-vanguardiajerusalem-postvijesti-me3mo ago8 sources

Palestine Action Activists Convicted of Criminal Damage in UK

Four activists from the Palestine Action group have been convicted of criminal damage and vandalism in the UK following a break-in at the site of an Israeli-based defense firm. A barrister involved in their trial is also facing contempt of court proceedings.

Protesters rally in London to counter rise of British far right
CultureBBCle-mondeAl Jazeera+5dr-dkmorgunbladidThe Independentaktuality-skbillboard4mo ago8 sources

Protesters rally in London to counter rise of British far right

Organized by hundreds of groups, the Together Alliance event was billed as the biggest march in UK history to counter the far right. London's Metropolitan Police provided a 'rough estimate of around 50,000 people' in attendance.

Ofcom urged to clarify if Palestine Action content should still be removed online
PoliticsThe Guardian5mo ago

Ofcom urged to clarify if Palestine Action content should still be removed online

Rights groups and experts say situation is unclear as ruling that quashed ban faces challenge from home secretary Human rights organisations, academics and writers have called on Ofcom to clarify what the high court ruling that the ban on Palestine Action was unlawful will mean for online platforms pending the home secretary’s appeal against the judgment. The Metropolitan police have said that officers will no longer arrest people at protests who express support for the direct action group. B...

Arrested retirees ‘vindicated’ by ruling against Palestine Action proscription
PoliticsBBCNYTThe Guardian+2The IndependentThe Observer6mo ago5 sources

Arrested retirees ‘vindicated’ by ruling against Palestine Action proscription

Protesters welcome high court decision but many remain in legal limbo as government prepares to lodge appeal Retirees making up some of the nearly 3,000 people arrested for supporting Palestine Action since the organisation was proscribed have said they feel “vindicated” by the high court’s decision to overturn the ban this week. However, uncertainty remains over whether their trials under terror laws may still go ahead after the government revealed it plans to appeal against the judgment made on Friday by three of the UK’s most senior judges. Continue reading...