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Greta Thunberg Arrested Under UK Terror Law at London Protest

Police say the 22-year-old was detained for displaying a placard supporting the proscribed group Palestine Action following its government ban earlier this year.

Overview

  • City of London Police said a 22-year-old was arrested under Section 13 of the Terrorism Act for displaying an item in support of a proscribed organization.
  • Two protesters were also arrested on suspicion of criminal damage after hammers and red paint were used at Aspen Insurance’s Fenchurch Street building.
  • Protest organizers said Aspen was targeted because it provides services to Elbit Systems, the Israeli-linked defense firm.
  • The action supported Palestine Action members on remand who are on a prolonged hunger strike, with several hospitalisations reported and lawyers sending urgent pre‑action correspondence to the justice secretary.
  • Police did not name the detainee before any charge, though video from organizers and multiple outlets identified her as Greta Thunberg.