The prosecution of leading human rights barrister Rajiv Menon KC for contempt of court, stemming from his closing speech in a Palestine Action trial, has caused significant concern and fear among lawyers, according to the Criminal Bar Association chair. Senior legal figures have criticized the move, believed to be the first such prosecution.
The UK Court of Appeal has upheld the government's decision to proscribe Palestine Action as a terrorist organization. The ruling intensifies the debate on protest rights in Britain, drawing parallels to historical activist movements and highlighting new legislation that restricts protest activities.
Palestine Action co-founder Huda Ammori expressed confidence in overturning the group's terrorism ban, vowing victory in courts or "on the streets." The Court of Appeal upheld the ban, reversing a High Court decision. Ammori criticized the ruling and highlighted the "political" nature of the case.
The Court of Appeal has ruled the ban on Palestine Action lawful, overturning a previous High Court decision. This means over 3,000 individuals arrested since the ban could face prosecution, sparking anger and fear among protesters who view the ban as a "grave misuse of sweeping counter-terrorism powers."
Апелляционный суд Великобритании признал законным запрет пропалестинской группы Palestine Action как террористической организации. Судьи отменили решение Высокого суда, посчитав запрет обоснованным и соразмерным.
Ein Berufungsgericht in London hat das Verbot der propalästinensischen Gruppe "Palestine Action" durch die britische Regierung für rechtens erklärt. Die Richter stuften das Verbot als "gerechtfertigten und verhältnismäßigen" Eingriff in die Meinungsfreiheit ein, obwohl die Gruppe angekündigt hat, weiter dagegen vorzugehen.
The UK Court of Appeal has ruled that the government was correct to designate the Palestine Action activist group as a "terrorist" organisation. The ruling upholds the proscription, which has led to approximately 3,000 arrests since it was enacted.
La Corte d'Appello di Londra ha confermato il bando contro Palestine Action, giudicandolo proporzionato e non illegale. Il gruppo resta fuorilegge nonostante le critiche. Gli attivisti annunciano ricorso alla Corte Suprema.
Britain's Court of Appeal has ruled that the government's proscription of activist group Palestine Action as a terrorist organization was lawful, overturning a lower court's decision. The court found the group promoted unlawful violence, despite claims it curtailed free speech.
La justice britannique a validé l'interdiction du groupe pro-palestinien Palestine Action, le classant comme organisation terroriste. La Cour d'appel a jugé la décision "proportionnée" et "non illégale", malgré les critiques sur l'atteinte aux droits d'expression et de réunion.
İngiltere Temyiz Mahkemesi, İçişleri Bakanlığı'nın Filistin destekçisi Palestine Action grubunu yasaklı örgüt ilan etmesinin yasal olduğuna karar verdi. Mahkeme, grubun halka ve mülke zarar verme riski taşıdığına hükmetti.
La Corte d'Appello di Londra ha confermato il bando a Palestine Action come organizzazione terroristica, ribaltando una sentenza precedente. Il gruppo resta illegale nonostante le critiche.
The Court of Appeal has overturned a lower court's ruling, upholding the ban on Palestine Action under anti-terrorism laws. This decision reverses a previous finding that the proscription of the direct action group was unlawful, offering relief to the government amid ongoing civil disobedience campaigns.
La justice britannique statue ce lundi sur le statut de groupe terroriste de Palestine Action, une organisation propalestinienne interdite par le gouvernement. La Haute Cour avait jugé la décision disproportionnée, mais le gouvernement a fait appel.
The UK Court of Appeal will rule Monday on whether the government's proscription of Palestine Action as a "terrorist" group was lawful. The High Court previously found the ban unlawful, but the government appealed. Separately, four activists were sentenced as "terrorists" for criminal damage, drawing criticism.
Cathy Allen and Justin Kenrick are challenging their arrests for supporting Palestine Action in Scotland's High Court. They argue the proscription violates freedom of expression and assembly, potentially setting a precedent for the UK. Figures show a high number of terrorism charges linked to the group in Scotland.
Four Palestine Action activists received lengthy prison sentences for a 2024 raid on an Elbit Systems UK factory near Bristol, causing over £1.2 million in damage. The court deemed the offences to have a 'terrorism connection,' a first for criminal damage convictions in Britain, leading to harsher punishments. One activist also received a longer sentence for injuring a police officer.
Quatre militants du groupe Palestine Action ont été condamnés à des peines de prison ferme au Royaume-Uni pour avoir vandalisé une usine d'armement israélienne. Le juge a qualifié l'acte de "terrorisme", visant à influencer la politique britannique envers Israël.
Four Palestine Action activists were sentenced to lengthy prison terms for a 2024 attack on Elbit Systems' UK facility, causing approximately £1.2 million in damages. The judge ruled the crimes had a "terrorism connection," citing the aim to influence the UK government and advance a political or ideological purpose. Supporters protested outside the court, leading to over 100 arrests.
Four Palestine Action activists have been sentenced to prison terms of five to eight years after being convicted of a "terrorist act" for raiding an Israeli arms company's site in Bristol. The group claimed their actions aimed to "dismantle drones and weaponry" used in Gaza. Palestine Action was formally proscribed as a "terrorist" organisation in the UK last July.
Four Palestine Action activists have been sentenced to lengthy custodial terms for damaging drones and equipment at an Elbit Systems UK factory. A judge ruled there was a "terrorist connection" to the offences, citing the planned nature of the attack and its aim to intimidate the government and public for political causes. The damage caused was estimated at £1.2m.
Four Palestine Action activists were sentenced as terrorists for damaging an Israeli arms plant, setting a new precedent in UK law. Supporters protested outside the courthouse, leading to over 100 arrests.
Four Palestine Action activists have been jailed for causing £1.2m of damage at an Elbit Systems factory near Bristol. Samuel Corner received the longest sentence for criminal damage and assaulting a police sergeant. The case is believed to be the first where criminal damage convictions are linked to terrorism.
Four Palestine Action activists convicted of criminal damage in the UK face potential sentencing as "terrorists" on Friday, a move criticized by legal experts who argue it blurs the line between protest and terrorism.
