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United Kingdom· DoverUS Designates UK-Based Palestine Action as Terrorist Group; UK Police Chief Investigated
The US has designated the UK-based Palestine Action group as a 'specially designated global terrorist' organization, leading to sanctions, while a UK police chief is investigated for misconduct after banning Maccabi Tel Aviv fans.
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Palestine Action Designated as Terrorist Group by US
First report 3h agoLast update 48m agoIsrael has issued threats of forceful response against kites drifting from Gaza, leading to warnings for parents to stop children from flying them.
Rights groups and academics decry the US designation and UK ban of Palestine Action, viewing it as criminalizing dissent and urging an end to military cooperation with Israel.
Large pro-Palestine demonstrations are taking place in London, and activists are attempting to break the Gaza blockade.
Some express strong anti-Hamas sentiments, stating that Germany will not provide aid until Hamas is dealt with.
UK Police Chief Investigated for Misconduct
First report 2h agoLast update 2h agoA police chief is being investigated for allegedly fabricating and exaggerating evidence to ban Israeli football fans.
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