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86 Arrested as Protests Demand Release of Palestine Activists

1/28/2026

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At least 86 protesters were arrested outside Wormwood Scrubs jail in London, demanding the release of Palestine Action political prisoners.
Muhammad Umer Khalid, a 22-year-old, resumed his hunger strike after a health-related pause.
Videos show police forcibly removing protesters.
Eight activists remain in jail and face trial for involvement with Palestine Action, which the British government banned under the Terrorism Act.

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Story summary

At least 86 protesters were arrested outside Wormwood Scrubs jail in London, demanding the release of Palestine Action political prisoners.
Muhammad Umer Khalid, a 22-year-old, resumed his hunger strike after a health-related pause.
Videos show police forcibly removing protesters.
Eight activists remain in jail and face trial for involvement with Palestine Action, which the British government banned under the Terrorism Act.