pro-Palestinian activists
Coverage of pro-Palestinian activists in the Nexus archive.
- Trump, Turkey and Nato: What's at stake at the Ankara summit?
Trump and NATO leaders meet in Ankara for a summit addressing the alliance's future, with discussions on reducing US military presence in Europe and Turkey's defense industry growth. Turkish officials are preparing the city for the event while suppressing protests.
- Kamala Harris reached out to Mamdani and pro-Palestinian activists, Axios reports
Former Vice President Kamala Harris has reached out to New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani and pro-Palestinian activists, according to Axios. Political strategists Cassie Smedile and Hyma Moore provided analysis.
- Report: Harris calls Mamdani, meets pro-Palestinian activists as she weighs 2028 bid
Former VP Kamala Harris is considering a 2028 bid, having called Mamdani and met with pro-Palestinian activists to discuss the Democratic Party's future. Mamdani, who had supported candidates that won New York primaries, has corresponded with Harris for months.
- 'Inhumane': Gaza flotilla activists recount Israeli detention ordeal
Pro-Palestinian activists allege abuse by Israeli authorities during a Gaza-bound aid flotilla, including cracked bones, humiliation, and sexual assault. France, Italy, and Australia have launched investigations into the claims, which Israel denies, following the detention of over 430 activists.
- Four UK pro-Palestinian activists jailed for violent raid on Israeli defense factory
Four UK pro-Palestinian activists were jailed for a violent 2024 raid on an Israeli defense factory. A judge cited a 'terrorist connection' in the attack, during which one activist fractured a policewoman's spine with a sledgehammer.
- Feds charge 8 pro-Palestinian activists with conspiring to intimidate U of Michigan officials
Federal prosecutors charged eight pro-Palestinian activists with conspiring to intimidate University of Michigan officials through threats, vandalism, and symbolic acts linked to Hamas. The indictment includes incidents like fake corpses placed at officials’ homes and anti-Israel messages sprayed on property, alongside demands for the university to cut ties with Israel.
- Feds: 8 Pro-Palestinian activists conspired to intimidate U-M officials
Federal authorities accuse eight pro-Palestinian activists of conspiring to intimidate University of Michigan (U-M) officials. The article references pro-Palestinian graffiti at the Goodman Acker law offices in Southfield, Michigan.
- Feds charge 8 pro-Palestinian activists with conspiring to intimidate U of Michigan officials
Federal prosecutors have charged eight pro-Palestinian activists with conspiring to intimidate University of Michigan officials through a criminal intimidation campaign aimed at forcing the university to sever financial ties with Israel.
- Feds charge 8 pro-Palestinian activists with conspiring to intimidate U of Michigan officials
Eight pro-Palestinian activists are charged with conspiring to intimidate University of Michigan officials through vandalism and threats, including fake corpses and anti-Israel messages. The indictment highlights use of threatening symbols linked to Hamas and online campaigns, with six defendants appearing in court. The university, which has minimal investments tied to Israel, cleared a pro-Palestinian camp in 2024 over safety concerns.
- Pro-Palestinian Activists at U. of Michigan Indicted on Federal Conspiracy Charges
Pro-Palestinian activists at the University of Michigan have been indicted on federal conspiracy charges. The incident occurred on the campus in Ann Arbor.
- Israel minister Smotrich banned from France
France banned Israel's far-right Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich from entering the country as part of sanctions against Israeli officials over policies toward Palestinian territories and pro-Palestinian activists. Smotrich is the second Israeli minister banned, following National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir's ban on May 23.
- Activists try to erect statue of terror convict Marwan Barghouti at UK parliament
Pro-Palestinian activists attempted to erect a statue of Marwan Barghouti at UK parliament, but police intercepted them without making arrests. A hotel is investigating 'Free Palestine' messages on TV screens in rooms of two Jewish guests.
- Pro-Palestinian activists force EU commissioner to move meeting with arms manufacturer
Pro-Palestinian activists disrupted a planned meeting between EU defense chief Andrius Kubilius and French arms manufacturer Thales in Herstal, prompting Belgian authorities to reschedule the event to Brussels due to security concerns. The protest targeted Wallonia’s ban on military equipment transiting to Israel, which activists argue remains ineffective despite regional government support for Thales’ increased rocket production.
- Israeli minister prompts outrage over activist video
Israeli Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir posted a video showing security officers manhandling pro-Palestinian detainees from an aid flotilla, drawing criticism from the US and Germany. The US ambassador said the video betrayed Israel's national dignity, while Germany called it wholly unacceptable, marking rare criticism from a key ally.
- Germany news: 1-in-6 retailers fear for future
German retailers are experiencing significant economic anxiety, with one-in-six fearing for their business future as part of broader economic concerns affecting German businesses. In Stuttgart, five pro-Palestinian activists are facing trial for an attack on an Israeli defense company site.
- Israel intercepts Gaza flotilla near Crete and detains 175 activists
Israel intercepted a pro-Palestinian flotilla of 22 boats near Crete, detaining 175 activists. The activists claim the interception occurred in international waters and was illegal.
- Israel intercepts Gaza flotilla near Crete and detains 175 activists
Israel intercepted a pro-Palestinian flotilla near Crete, detaining 175 activists. The activists claim 22 aid-carrying boats were illegally stopped in international waters.
- Pro-Palestine activists face trial for attack on Israeli arms factory in Germany
Five pro-Palestinian activists, including British, Irish, German, and Spanish citizens, face trial in Germany for an August 2023 attack on an Israeli arms factory in Ulm. Their families allege they are held in extreme prison conditions and warn of a 'showtrial' in the upcoming proceedings.