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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.
Robert Del Naja, frontman of Massive Attack, was among 500 individuals arrested at a Palestine Action protest on suspicion of supporting a proscribed organization, despite his concerns about the impact on his music career.
London police have arrested 523 protesters following demonstrations against a ban on the Palestine Action group. The arrests occurred during a protest in the city.
Over 200 arrested at pro-Palestinian rally in London
Seven individuals were arrested on suspicion of supporting the banned group Palestine Action after participating in a protest encampment outside the RAF Lakenheath airbase in Suffolk.
The UK is facing accusations of employing "intimidation tactics" against pro-Palestine activists, following the arrests of two young women linked to Palestine Action within a week.
London's Met Police, in a U-turn, has stated that Palestine Action protesters will be arrested again, after previously easing arrests following a High Court ruling that the ban on the group was unlawful.
Demonstrators on Sunday will be arrested for expressing support for Palestine Action or intifada chants, says Met Police have warned demonstrators that they will be arrested for expressing support…
Charlotte Head, a 29-year-old Palestine Action-linked activist, attempted suicide during her 18 months in pre-trial detention in a UK prison, according to a recent report.
Following a historic British High Court ruling that declared the ban on the pro-Palestinian organization Palestine Action illegal, activists are discussing abuse of power and potential compensation claims against the British government.
Irish author Sally Rooney has praised a UK high court decision that found the ban on Palestine Action under anti-terrorism laws to be unlawful, calling it a victory for civil liberties.
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.
Palestine Action activists are set to face a retrial on all charges that did not result in verdicts, as confirmed by Deanna Heer KC.
The high court ruled that ministers overstretched terror laws in proscribing Palestine Action, asserting that protest should remain political.
The High Court has ruled that the government's ban on Palestine Action was unlawful, leading to celebrations from opponents and an embarrassing defeat for the Home Office.
The High Court has ruled that the ban on the activist group Palestine Action was unlawful, a decision that has triggered calls for a legal overhaul regarding such proscriptions.
Members of the Palestine Action group have been cleared of charges of violent disorder, though they continue to face a charge of criminal damage.
London police arrested over 500 individuals during a pro-Palestinian demonstration, with arrests made for showing support for Palestine Action, a group proscribed in the UK.
London police arrested 212 individuals during a protest, the first gathering since the High Court ruled a ban on the pro-Palestinian group Palestine Action unlawful in February.
London police have arrested more than 200 individuals during a protest held in support of Palestine Action, a banned group.
Seven individuals, including five men and two women, have been arrested at a peace camp at RAF Lakenheath on suspicion of supporting the activist group Palestine Action.
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.
Activists from Palestine Action who engaged in hunger strikes are planning to take legal action against UK prisons, alleging mistreatment during their incarceration.
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...
The UK has been granted permission to appeal a ruling that deemed the ban on the group Palestine Action unlawful. The group was originally banned in July, equating it with terrorist organizations.
The British Supreme Court has declared the ban on the pro-Palestinian organization Palestine Action illegal, leading activists to discuss potential claims of power abuse and compensation.
The article discusses the difficulties in defining terrorism, specifically in relation to the group Palestine Action, and how these issues became apparent when police attempted to apply the definition.
Filton24 defendants, members of Palestine Action, found not guilty as prosecutors fail to provide evidence.
Six Palestine Action activists are set to face a retrial on criminal damage charges following a break-in at the UK base of an Israel-based defence firm, as confirmed by the CPS.
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...
Yvette Cooper has defended the ban on Palestine Action, even after a High Court ruling declared the initial ban by the then home secretary unlawful due to procedural failures.
Robert Del Naja of Massive Attack has released a statement and photos following his arrest at a Palestine Action protest, asserting that "the sense of madness can be overcome" and calling for governments to uphold international laws.
Los manifestantes participaban en una “vigilia pacífica” y se situaron en la emblemática plaza portando carteles en los que se podía leer: “Me opongo al genocidio. Apoyo a Palestine Action”
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.
Insurance giant Allianz is suing six individuals for nearly £300,000 in damages, alleging their involvement in Palestine Action protests that involved red paint being daubed on the company's UK offices.
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.
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.
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...
The Westminster statue of the former prime minister is vandalised with slogans daubed in red paint.
Judges recently ruled banning Palestine Action as a terror group was unlawful
Twelve Palestine Action activists, including hunger strikers, have been granted bail and reunited with their families.
Bailed activists include four former hunger strikers: Teuta Hoxha, Kamran Ahmed, Qesser Zuhrah and Heba Muraisi.
A federal judge has temporarily halted the deportation of a pro-Palestinian Columbia University protest leader, citing a procedural error by the Trump administration.
Israel's far-right Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich has vowed to displace more Palestinians from the occupied territories. The announcement Tuesday came as part of his 'Colo...
Protesters welcome high court decision but many remain in legal limbo as government prepares to lodge appeal
The UK Foreign Secretary has defended the proscription of Palestine Action, stating that the decision was based on clear advice and recommendations despite an 'unlawful' ruling.