Pro-Palestinian Activist Releases Palestinian Flag-Colored Mice in Birmingham McDonald's in Anti-Israel Protest
Activist's protest against McDonald's alleged support for Israel prompts police investigation, widespread condemnation, and calls for a boycott of the fast-food giant.
- An activist dyed mice in the colors of the Palestinian flag and released them into a Birmingham McDonald's as a form of protest against the company's alleged support for Israel, causing panic among customers.
- Footage of the incident was shared on social media platforms, including a call at the end of the video for boycotts of McDonald's, Starbucks, and Disney for their purported backing of Israel.
- The activist's unusual protest tactic drew widespread criticism, with Gary Mond, chairman of the National Jewish Assembly, deeming it a 'sickening' act that did nothing to garner support for the Free Palestine cause.
- The incident is now being investigated by West Midlands Police as a public nuisance offence, considering its distressing impact on McDonald's customers and staff.
- The McDonald's restaurant in question underwent a full sanitization and an inspection by pest control partners following the event.