UK court upholds Britain's ban on Palestine Action group (opens original article in a new tab)

The UK Court of Appeal upheld the government's ban on Palestine Action as a terrorist organisation, citing its support for violence and proportionality, despite claims of restricting free speech. The group, which targeted Israel-linked companies, was banned after damaging military planes, and its co-founder plans to challenge the ruling.

• UK Court of Appeal upholds ban on Palestine Action as a terrorist organisation due to support for violence
• Court ruled ban is proportionate despite claims of restricting free speech
• Group targeted Israel-linked defence companies and was banned after damaging military planes
• Co-founder plans to challenge ruling at UK Supreme Court
• Interior minister stated ban does not affect lawful protest in support of Palestine