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Critics accuse UK state of using terrorism powers against Palestine Action

Original: More UK terrorism against Palestine Action. Thanks, Andy Report: "British state targets Palestine Action with yet anothe

A report shared online accuses the British state of targeting Palestine Action defendants with what it calls another 'crooked trial', claiming anti-democratic terrorism measures are being exploited to secure convictions. Critics argue the UK government is misusing counter-terror legislation against the pro-Palestinian direct action group, whose members were banned and prosecuted under terrorism laws. Supporters frame the prosecutions as political repression; officials maintain the measures are lawful.

Why now: Ongoing trials of Palestine Action defendants under UK terrorism legislation are drawing fresh criticism and renewed debate over the ban on the group.

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