Hundreds gathered in London’s Trafalgar Square to protest Britain’s ban on the Palestine Action group, resulting in numerous arrests. Demonstrators displayed signs stating support for Palestine Action and opposition to genocide.
The protest took place after the High Court ruled the proscription of Palestine Action, initially designated a terrorist organisation last July, unlawful, citing interference with freedom of speech.
Police reported arresting 523 people at the demonstration on Saturday. Footage showed protesters being carried away by officers, including an elderly woman using a cane. Initial reports indicated over 200 arrests, later updated to the higher figure.