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29 Arrested in Protests Against Gaza Policy Backlash

7/10/2025

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In a bold display of dissent, British police detained 29 protesters, including an 83-year-old priest, voicing their opposition to government actions in Gaza. The controversial labeling of Palestine Action as a terrorist group has ignited fears over free speech, with critics warning that such measures could deepen societal divides and erode trust in both media and government accountability.

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In a bold display of dissent, British police detained 29 protesters, including an 83-year-old priest, voicing their opposition to government actions in Gaza. The controversial labeling of Palestine Action as a terrorist group has ignited fears over free speech, with critics warning that such measures could deepen societal divides and erode trust in both media and government accountability.