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Supporters of banned Palestine group arrested in London

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Police have arrested protesters in London for supporting activist group Palestine Action, which was banned at midnight in the United Kingdom. More than 25 protesters have been detained by police a day after the activist group was banned in the UK.

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  • Over 25 protesters were arrested in London for supporting the banned group Palestine Action. 31s
  • Palestine Action was banned after members damaged military aircraft at a UK airbase. 1m 30s
  • The ban was enacted under the UK's Terrorism Act, making support for the group a criminal offence. 12s
  • Human rights activists have raised concerns about the impact on freedom of expression and protest rights. 1m 20s
  • A court hearing is expected to address a legal challenge to the government's decision to ban the group. 1m 47s
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