Greta Thunberg was recently arrested during a protest supporting Palestine Action activists on hunger strike in prison. The 22-year-old climate activist was taken into custody in the City of London after attending the early-morning demonstration on Fenchurch Street.
At the protest, she held a sign that read, “I support the Palestine Action prisoners” and “I oppose genocide.” City of London Police arrested her for displaying a placard in support of a group labeled as a terrorist organization in the UK.
The protest targeted Aspen Insurance, which the Palestine Action group claims works with Israeli defense contractor Elbit Systems. Earlier this year, supporting Palestine Action became a criminal offense under UK terrorism laws.
Police received reports around 7 a.m. about damage to a building, which included the use of hammers and red paint. Two other activists were arrested nearby after gluing themselves to a structure.
Thunberg, known for her commitment to climate issues, expressed solidarity with the hunger strikers on social media, calling them “political prisoners.” She has urged the UK government to meet the demands for their release.
The hunger strike began on November 2nd, with seven activists hospitalized in recent days, including Kamran Ahmed and Amu Gib. Reports indicate that Gib’s health worsened significantly after joining the strike and now requires a wheelchair.
In a related development, a legal firm representing the activists has submitted a pre-action letter against the Justice Secretary, indicating plans for possible legal action.
This growing tension highlights a larger trend of youth activism, where figures like Thunberg are drawing attention to pressing social issues, connecting climate advocacy with global justice movements. As more young people engage in these conversations, the landscape of activism continues to evolve, demonstrating the power of collective action in today’s world.
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