Opposing genocide got me arrested for terrorism
6 hours ago
- #Israel-Palestine
- #Terrorism Act
- #British Politics
- Author was arrested for opposing Israel's genocide in Palestine, under Britain's Terrorism Act 2000.
- The arrest was part of a mass detention of 532 people for supporting Palestine Action, a group recently proscribed as a terrorist organization.
- The protest was peaceful, yet participants were charged under terrorism laws, marking the largest mass arrest for terrorism in British history.
- The author reflects on their childhood in a Jewish school, unaware of Zionism's violent history against Palestinians and British.
- Historical context provided on British support for Jewish immigration to Palestine post-Balfour Declaration, leading to displacement of Palestinians.
- Zionist armed groups' violent campaigns against British rule in Palestine, including bombings and assassinations, are detailed.
- Britain's eventual withdrawal from Palestine and the establishment of Israel, despite Zionist terrorism, is highlighted.
- Criticism of Britain's ongoing support for Israel, despite its actions being labeled as apartheid and genocide by international bodies.
- Recent crackdowns on British activists opposing Israel's actions, including the Filton 24 case, are mentioned.
- The article concludes with a call to action, stating that public awareness and opposition to Israel's policies are growing.