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High Court Overturns Palestine Action's Terrorist Designation

2/13/2026

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The High Court ruled Britain's ban on Palestine Action as a terrorist organization unlawful, stating the group's activities did not justify designation.
The court described the ban as disproportionate and allowed it to remain in effect pending an appeal.
Huda Ammori, co-founder of Palestine Action, called the ruling a significant victory for free speech.
Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood expressed disappointment and said she plans to appeal.
The government previously classified Palestine Action alongside groups like al-Qaida, leading to over 2,000 arrests for peaceful protests, and the ban followed protests against British military support for Israel.

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The High Court ruled Britain's ban on Palestine Action as a terrorist organization unlawful, stating the group's activities did not justify designation.
The court described the ban as disproportionate and allowed it to remain in effect pending an appeal.
Huda Ammori, co-founder of Palestine Action, called the ruling a significant victory for free speech.
Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood expressed disappointment and said she plans to appeal.
The government previously classified Palestine Action alongside groups like al-Qaida, leading to over 2,000 arrests for peaceful protests, and the ban followed protests against British military support for Israel.