Merseyside police arrested four individuals on terrorism suspicion during a pro-Palestine protest in Liverpool. They were linked to the banned group Palestine Action, designated as a terrorist organization after an incident causing significant damage. The protests resulted in over 100 arrests across the UK, with significant numbers in major cities. Various police forces reported multiple arrests for displaying pro-Palestine Action materials. The tensions stemmed from a backlash against the group's proscription following vandalism of military aircraft, which the home secretary condemned as disgraceful.
Four individuals were arrested on suspicion of terrorism offences during a pro-Palestine protest in Liverpool city centre, including a 74-year-old woman and a 65-year-old man.
Over 100 arrests occurred nationwide, where protests were staged against the designation of Palestine Action as a terrorist organization. Material supporting the group was noted among protesters.
The Metropolitan police reported 55 arrests in Parliament Square for displaying pro-Palestine Action placards, while Greater Manchester police detained 16 individuals on charges of proscribed organization support.
Palestine Action was designated as a terrorist organization following the vandalism of two Voyager aircraft at RAF Brize Norton, which was linked to the group.
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