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Palestine Action supporters in Scotland say they are being arrested and charged with terror offenses simply for holding banners or wearing T-shirts opposing Israel's military campaign. They argue that the ban on the group is infringing on rights to free speech and assembly. Data shows over 100 terrorism charges linked to Palestine Action in Scotland since 2000.
Arwa Elrayess, the first Palestinian president of the Oxford Union, has refused to resign after facing false accusations and a smear campaign. A no-confidence vote against her has failed, but she continues to face criticism over her comments on the Israel-Hamas conflict.
A student-led parody account, Cockroach Janta Party, has provoked an aggressive government crackdown, with officials labeling it a national security threat. The incident highlights rising youth anger over unemployment, exam scandals, and the administration's perceived indifference. Critics say the overreaction reflects the government's discomfort with dissent.
Japan's ruling LDP has approved a bill to criminalize the desecration of the national flag, aiming to pass it in parliament by mid-July. The measure would penalize intentional damage or disrespect of the flag in public, with supporters citing national pride and opponents warning of free speech restrictions.
Ghana has arrested 14 people over fake news and offensive speech in less than 16 months, nearly double the total under the previous eight-year administration. President John Mahama, who once condemned such policies as opposition leader, now faces criticism for what some call a crackdown on dissent.
An Australian anti-antisemitism commission is under scrutiny for applying a definition that treats criticism of Israel as antisemitic, sparking fears of curtailed debate. The article argues this conflation endangers public discourse and harms both Palestinians and Jewish Australians.
Two American political commentators, Cenk Uygur and Hasan Piker, say they were denied entry to the United Kingdom over remarks critical of Israel. UK authorities cited public order concerns, deeming statements about Israel's influence over the US government as antisemitic.
Human Rights Watch has urged Japan's government to ensure proposed anti-espionage and foreign agent registration bills comply with human rights standards, warning against vague provisions that could restrict freedoms.
Mahmoud Khalil, targeted for deportation by the Trump administration over his pro-Palestinian activism, will appeal to the U.S. Supreme Court after a federal appeals court rejected a rehearing. Khalil's legal team is also challenging a deportation order in immigration court, citing procedural irregularities.
