A cross-party delegation of Irish politicians urged Dublin to send observers to the trial of pro-Palestinian activists in Germany and raise concerns about Irish defendant Daniel Tatlow-Devally's detention conditions with the German chancellor during an upcoming visit.
A US appeals court overturned a lower court's order to release Columbia University activist Mohsen Mahdawi from immigration detention, potentially allowing the Trump administration to re-detain him. This decision is part of an ongoing campaign against pro-Palestinian student protesters, with Mahdawi, a lawful permanent resident, facing deportation proceedings.
A federal appeals panel has overturned a lower court's decision, potentially leading to the re-arrest of pro-Palestinian activist Mohsen Mahdawi. The 2nd U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals found the judge exceeded authority, reversing his order for Mahdawi's release, whom the Trump administration seeks to deport for criticizing Israel.
MEP Rima Hassan faces trial for allegedly glorifying terrorism by sharing a quote attributed to a militant. Hassan claims it's a political case to silence pro-Palestinian voices and a platform to discuss resistance.
Hundreds of pro-Palestinian demonstrators protested in London against an event promoting illegal Israeli settlement properties. Police arrested 15 people amid clashes with pro-Israel counter-protesters. UK politicians and activists condemned the event, citing international law violations.
French authorities suspect Israeli cyber firm BlackCore of interfering in local elections in France, targeting pro-Palestinian candidates. The firm is also allegedly involved in digital interference operations in New York City, Scotland, Angola, and Togo. Paris has requested explanations from Israel.
US federal prosecutors have indicted eight pro-Palestinian activists for allegedly orchestrating a criminal intimidation campaign against University of Michigan officials and targeting the Jewish Federation of Greater Detroit. The charges include conspiracy and criminal threats, with prosecutors vowing to counter intimidation with justice.
Federal prosecutors unsealed an indictment against eight pro-Palestinian activists accused of a criminal intimidation campaign targeting University of Michigan officials and companies with ties to Israel. The indictment details vandalism and threats, including symbols used by Hamas.
The UK government has revoked the travel authorisations for online commentators Hasan Piker and Cenk Uygur, preventing them from entering the country. The Home Office stated the decision was based on an assessment of potential risk to UK society, citing their presence as "not conducive to the public good." Both individuals have criticized the move as suppression of free speech.
Pro-Palestinian demonstrators blocked railway lines at Utrecht Central Station in the Netherlands to protest the arrest and mistreatment of "Flotilla of Hope" activists by Israeli authorities. Police intervened, arresting several participants.
Israel has deported hundreds of pro-Palestinian activists detained after their Gaza-bound flotilla was intercepted. The move follows international condemnation, including from the UK, Poland, and Italy, over a video showing Israeli minister Itamar Ben Gvir taunting detainees.
Italian PM Giorgia Meloni summoned Israel's ambassador to Rome after condemning the treatment of pro-Palestinian activists detained during an Israeli interception of a Gaza-bound aid flotilla. Meloni called the footage of National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir taunting detainees "unacceptable" and demanded clarifications and the release of Italian citizens.
Israeli forces intercepted a pro-Palestinian aid flotilla of over 50 boats in international waters west of Cyprus. Activists called it "illegal, high-seas aggression," while Israel stated it was neutralizing a plan to break its blockade on Hamas. Turkey condemned the action as "piracy."
Tommy Robinson's "unite the kingdom" rally in London saw fewer attendees than last year, with police estimating 60,000 people compared to 150,000 previously. 43 arrests were made across Robinson's rally and a pro-Palestinian march held the same day, including for alleged hate crimes and assaults on officers.
Tommy Robinson's "unite the kingdom" rally in London saw fewer attendees than a similar event last year, with police estimating 60,000 people compared to 150,000 in September. 43 arrests were made across the rally and a pro-Palestinian march held the same day.
Tommy Robinson's Unite the Kingdom rally in London saw fewer attendees than last year, with police estimating 60,000 people compared to 150,000 previously. A pro-Palestinian march also took place, resulting in 43 arrests across both events for various offenses including hate crimes and assaults.
Tens of thousands marched in London on Saturday in two separate protests: one against immigration led by Tommy Robinson, and another supporting Palestinians on Nakba Day. Police made 43 arrests and four officers were injured during the large-scale operation.
A £4.5m police operation involving over 4,000 officers kept rival pro-Palestinian and far-right protests apart in London on Saturday, resulting in 43 arrests. The Metropolitan Police managed to prevent serious clashes between the two groups, though 11 arrests were related to alleged hate crime offences.
Tens of thousands protested in London during rival marches: the far-right Unite the Kingdom rally and a pro-Palestinian demonstration. Over 4,000 police managed a "sterile zone" between them, making 31 arrests. Live facial recognition was used.
A pro-Palestinian demonstration took place in Berlin's Kreuzberg district on May 16, marking the 78th anniversary of Al-Nakba. Around 1,000 activists marched, calling for an end to the occupation and an end to the "genocide in Gaza." Police presence was high due to risks of escalation.
PM worried about ‘cumulative’ effect of marches, as Met chief says Jewish communities facing biggest threatSome pro-Palestinian demonstrations could be stopped, the prime minister has warned, as the UK’s most senior police officer said the threat to the Jewish community was greater than it had ever been.Keir Starmer indicated he wanted the language expressed on some protest marches to be subjected to “tougher action” as he sought to allay the fears of British Jews after a series of attacks on their communities in recent weeks. Continue reading...
Britain’s Prime Minister Keir Starmer said in an interview broadcast on Saturday that banning some pro-Palestinian marches could be justified, especially when they call for the intifada to spread. Labour leader Starmer is under pressure to act after a spate of antisemitic incidents, including this week, when two men were stabbed in the north London suburb of Golders Green, which is home to a large Jewish community. A 45-year-old British national who was born in Somalia was remanded in custody...
Prime Minister Keir Starmer has suggested there may be cases for banning some protests following calls for a suspension of pro-Palestinian marches. The comments come after two Jewish men were stabbed in Golders Green, north London, in an attack declared a terror incident. The government commissioned a review of public order and hate crime legislation last year after two Jewish people were killed in Manchester, but it is yet to be published despite being expected in February. Jonathan Hall, the government's independent reviewer of terrorism legislation, has called for a moratorium on the marches, while Chief Rabbi Sir Ephraim Mirvis has also requested a temporary ban.
A Home Office minister has said pro-Palestinian marches have been 'hijacked' by individuals seeking to cause division, as the government faces renewed scrutiny over its approach to the demonstrations. Alex Davies-Jones acknowledged antisemitic activity had occurred during the marches but stressed protest remained a fundamental right. Her comments follow a stabbing attack in Golders Green that police have declared a terror incident, and come as Chief Rabbi Sir Ephraim Mirvis joined calls for a temporary ban on the marches.
