More than 150 arrests of supporters of the group classified terrorist Palestine Action

More than 150 supporters of the Palestine Action organization were arrested this Saturday August 9 during a demonstration of support in London to this Propalestinian network, prohibited since early July and classified as “Terrorist organization”according to London police. Similarly, Hundreds of people began to meet at midday in Parliament Square. Consequently, in front of the British parliament, some equipped with signs like “I support Palestine Action” or “Acting against genocide is not a crime”.

“It’s a moral imperative to be here”Mathilda told AFP. However, “If they want to stop me. In addition, I will not leave it and more than 150 arrests supporters I will not hide”added this septuagenarian who came specially from Bristol, west of London. “Let them stop us all”added Richard Bull, a 42 -year -old Londonian in a wheelchair. “This government went too far. I have nothing to blame myself for. “

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Palestine Action added to the list of terrorist organizations – More than 150 arrests supporters

Many Palestinian flags were visible in the crowd. a few steps from which police cars were aligned, an AFP journalist said. The police had warned the participants against the “Potential criminal consequences of their actions”. She indicated around 2 p.m. having already carried out around fifty arrests. The people arrested did not oppose resistance. many forming a “V” of victory with their fingers, to the applause of other demonstrators, noted an AFP journalist.

Palestine more than 150 arrests supporters Action was added in early July to the list of organizations considered to be “Terrorists” In the United Kingdom. after acts of vandalism perpetrated by its activists, notably on the basis of the Air Force. The group Defend Our Juries has been organizing for protests to protest against this ban. which has been tried “Disproportionate” by the UN.

Three people charged this Thursday

The British government. which provides for“Worrying information” On Palestine Action’s projects, says sympathizers “Do not know [sa] true nature “. To date, more than 200 people have been arrested, according to Tim Crosland, a representative of Defend Our Juries. Three people were charged Thursday for expressed their support, an offense liable to 6 more than 150 arrests supporters months in prison.

The prohibition is the subject of legal action. launched by Huda Ammori, co -founder in 2020 of this group which presented itself as a “Direct action network” aimed at denouncing “British complicity” With the State of Israel, in particular on the issue of arms sales.