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UK Labels Palestine Action Terrorist, Sparks 2,000 Arrests

1/20/2026

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The United Kingdom government designated Palestine Action as a terrorist organization in July 2025, leading to over 2,000 arrests for supporting the group.
The designation followed allegations of vandalism at RAF Brize Norton and drew criticism from human rights organizations.
Activists ended a hunger strike after the United Kingdom blocked a £2 billion contract with Elbit Systems, with the strikers claiming victory and alleging British complicity in genocide.

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The United Kingdom government designated Palestine Action as a terrorist organization in July 2025, leading to over 2,000 arrests for supporting the group.
The designation followed allegations of vandalism at RAF Brize Norton and drew criticism from human rights organizations.
Activists ended a hunger strike after the United Kingdom blocked a £2 billion contract with Elbit Systems, with the strikers claiming victory and alleging British complicity in genocide.