Palestine Action Activists Convicted in UK and Europe
Palestine Action activists face legal consequences in the UK and Europe for alleged actions against Israeli companies, including break-ins and protests.
October 2023
Israel's war on Gaza began
The conflict in Gaza, described by some as a war, began in October 2023. The assault on the Elbit Systems facility took place about ten months into this period.
Source ↗September 2025
Activists broke into Elbit Systems facility in Ulm, Germany
Five activists, known as the "Ulm Five," entered the Elbit Systems facility in Ulm, Germany. They reportedly smashed a glass facade and destroyed office equipment including computers, screens, and telephones.
Source ↗May 2026
UK verdict on Palestine Action activists in Elbit incident
Prosecutors secured convictions against four Palestine Action activists regarding a break-in at an Israeli firm in the UK. The verdicts followed a trial where six defendants were involved.
Source ↗Palestine Action activists conviction hearing outcome
Prosecutors announced verdicts following a trial involving six defendants from Palestine Action. Earlier, the group faced scrutiny over being proscribed as a terrorist organization.
Source ↗Jury fails to convict activist accused of supporting Hamas
A jury in Birmingham was unable to convict a Palestinian activist accused of supporting terrorism and encouraging support for a proscribed organisation. This failure prompted a retrial for the activist.
Source ↗Court to seek terrorism charges against Palestine Action defendants
The court is set to seek adding a 'terrorism connection' to the charges against Palestine Action defendants during sentencing. This development was kept secret from the jury.
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