‘Index of Repression:’ documents 964 anti-Palestinian cases in the UK

Al JazeeraEN 1 min read 100% complete February 27, 2026 at 02:52 PM

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The European Legal Support Center reported on February 27, 2026, that it has documented 964 cases of alleged "anti-Palestinian repression" in the United Kingdom. These incidents reportedly occurred between January 2019 and August 2025. The documented cases include arrests of activists, investigations targeting students, disciplinary actions against employees, and cancellations of events featuring artists. The report aims to highlight instances where individuals or groups expressing pro-Palestinian views have faced repercussions. The organization compiled the information to create an "Index of Repression" detailing these alleged incidents.

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Palestinian 60% Index of Repression 70% European Legal Support Center 90% United Kingdom 100%

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anti-palestinian repression 100% united kingdom 70% index of repression 60% activists 60% investigations of students 50% disciplinary action 50% artist events 50% european legal support center 40%