-
As of early September 2025, Norway's $2 trillion sovereign wealth fund has divested from Caterpillar and five major Israeli banks over ethical concerns tied to Israeli military actions in Gaza and the West Bank. The fund cited violations of international humanitarian law linked to Caterpillar's bulldozers and the banks' financing of Israeli settlements. It is ending contracts with external Israeli asset managers and intensifying ethical reviews, while rejecting full divestment from all Israeli companies.
-
Ahead of a planned protest in Parliament Square, UK police have stated they will arrest supporters of Palestine Action, a group recently proscribed as a terrorist organization. Up to 1,000 protesters are expected, with authorities prepared for mass arrests under terror laws. The group faces legal challenges and accusations of overreach.
-
Britain proscribed Palestine Action in July after members damaged military planes at a Royal Air Force base. Supporters have since faced mass arrests, with hundreds detained and charged under anti-terror laws. Demonstrations continue near Parliament, with police arresting supporters expressing solidarity, amid accusations of disproportionate repression.
-
Over 890 people were detained during protests in London and other UK cities against the UK's ban on Palestine Action, with most arrests under terrorism laws. Demonstrators, many holding signs supporting Palestine, claim the police used excessive force and that the ban curtails free speech amid ongoing Gaza conflict.
-
Activists linked to Palestine Action have carried out multiple protests against Elbit Systems across Europe, including break-ins and vandalism. Recent actions include a German group claiming to have broken into Elbit's Ulm office, and UK protests leading to mass arrests. The sites are largely deserted amid ongoing activism and legal challenges.
-
A Banksy mural depicting a judge beating a protester was painted outside London's Royal Courts of Justice. The artwork, linked to protests against the UK government’s ban on Palestine Action, was quickly covered by police. Banksy confirmed its authenticity via Instagram, highlighting tensions over civil liberties and activism.
-
Mass protests in London and Liverpool against the UK ban on Palestine Action have led to over 1,600 arrests since July. Organisers expect the upcoming demonstration in Trafalgar Square to be the largest yet, risking hundreds of arrests as supporters oppose the proscribed group and government restrictions on free speech.
-
Pro-Palestine activists plan to demonstrate in Trafalgar Square on Saturday, defying police requests to postpone after a recent terrorist attack in Manchester. The protest, organized by Defend Our Juries, aims to oppose the UK’s ban on Palestine Action, which is designated as a terrorist organization. Police warn of significant resource demands, but organizers insist on proceeding, citing rights to peaceful protest amid heightened security concerns.
-
Pro-Palestine demonstrations in London and Manchester are set to proceed despite police and political calls for cancellation following a deadly synagogue attack in Manchester. Authorities cite resource constraints and sensitivity, while protesters emphasize their right to peaceful assembly and oppose government bans on Palestine Action. The protests coincide with heightened community fears and security measures.
-
Protests erupted across Spain, Italy, and other European countries following Israel's interception of the Gaza-bound Global Sumud Flotilla, with thousands demonstrating against Israel's actions and supporting Palestinians. The protests coincide with widespread support for Gaza, including large rallies and strikes, amid ongoing conflict and diplomatic tensions.
-
The UK government announced new police powers to restrict repeated protests, citing community safety concerns following recent demonstrations supporting Palestine Action and a deadly Manchester synagogue attack. Critics warn the measures threaten civil liberties, while officials emphasize balancing protest rights with public safety. The changes aim to address rising tensions and community fears, especially among Jewish communities, amid ongoing protests and arrests.
-
The UK government has introduced new police powers to restrict repeated protests following nearly 500 arrests at a pro-Palestine demonstration in London. The move aims to address community fears, especially within the Jewish community, after recent violence in Manchester and ongoing demonstrations linked to the Israel-Hamas conflict.
-
Green Party leader Polanski, speaking at Bournemouth, criticizes Labour for aiding far-right rise, advocates wealth taxes, public ownership, and condemns UK’s stance on Gaza. He emphasizes the party’s growth and aims to position Greens as a left-wing alternative amid UK political tensions.
-
Hate crimes in England and Wales are increasing for the first time in three years, driven by antisemitism and anti-Muslim violence. The government is considering new police powers to restrict protests, amid rising tensions following recent terror attacks and pro-Palestinian demonstrations. Leaders emphasize community safety and free speech concerns.
-
On October 17, 2025, the UK Court of Appeal rejected the Home Office's attempt to block a judicial review challenging the proscription of Palestine Action as a terrorist group. Co-founder Huda Ammori will challenge the ban in the High Court starting November 25. The ban, effective since July, criminalizes membership and support, leading to over 2,000 arrests. The case raises questions about free speech and protest rights amid ongoing pro-Palestinian activism.
-
British authorities proscribed Palestine Action as a terrorist organization in July, citing damage to security infrastructure and protests. Internal government documents reveal warnings that the ban could backfire, increasing support for the group. Critics argue the move has heightened tensions and public awareness, contradicting initial advisories.
-
As of late November 2025, six activists linked to the banned group Palestine Action are on trial in London for an August 2024 break-in at Elbit Systems' UK factory in Bristol. Charges include aggravated burglary, criminal damage, violent disorder, and grievous bodily harm after a police sergeant was struck with a sledgehammer. Meanwhile, widespread protests across UK cities continue, with hundreds arrested for supporting the group despite its proscription as a terrorist organisation.
-
The Biden administration is moving to designate chapters of the Muslim Brotherhood in Egypt, Jordan, and Lebanon as foreign terrorist organizations, citing their support for violence and destabilization. The move follows regional crackdowns and regional tensions, with the process including reports from US agencies and potential legal challenges.
-
The UK High Court is examining whether the government’s ban on Palestine Action, proscribed in July for protests linked to Gaza, infringes on free speech. Over 2,300 arrests have occurred since the ban, which criminalizes support for the group with sentences up to 14 years. The case continues today.
-
Author Sally Rooney has submitted a witness statement in a UK court opposing a ban on Palestine Action, citing concerns over potential criminality of royalties and artistic suppression. The case highlights tensions over protest rights and political expression in Britain today.
-
The UK High Court is examining a legal challenge against the Home Office's decision to proscribe Palestine Action under anti-terror laws. The ban restricts support and membership, impacting artists and publishers who fear it limits free expression and publication rights amid concerns over protest restrictions.