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Greta Thunberg arrested over Palestine Action demo

Greta Thunberg arrested over Palestine Action demo

Summary

Greta Thunberg was arrested in London during a protest supporting Palestine Action activists who are on hunger strike. She was detained for displaying a sign that supported the group, which is considered illegal under UK terrorism law. Police also arrested other participants for suspected criminal damage during the protest.

Key Facts

  • Greta Thunberg was arrested in London for supporting Palestine Action.
  • The protest aimed to support Palestine Action activists on hunger strike in prison.
  • Thunberg was taken into custody for holding a sign backing a banned group.
  • UK law classifies Palestine Action as a proscribed or banned organization.
  • The protest involved damage to a building with hammers and red paint.
  • A man and a woman at the protest were arrested for possible criminal damage.
  • Several Palestine Action activists on hunger strike have been hospitalized.
  • Thunberg has been involved in various pro-Palestinian demonstrations.

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