UK hunger striker risks brain failure after 46 days
Teuta Hoxha, on hunger strike for Palestine in HMP Peterborough, describes feeling 'suffocated' as she risks irreversible organ and brain damage. Read her story and the group's demands.
Teuta Hoxha, on hunger strike for Palestine in HMP Peterborough, describes feeling 'suffocated' as she risks irreversible organ and brain damage. Read her story and the group's demands.
Climate activist Greta Thunberg was arrested in London while supporting hunger-striking prisoners. The activists are now taking the UK government to court. Read the full story.
Qesser Zuhrah, who ended a 48-day hunger strike, warns the group will return if demands for bail, fair trials, and closure of Elbit sites aren't met. Read the latest.
Eight activists denied bail are on prolonged hunger strike, with a doctor warning they are 'dying'. MPs urge government intervention as trials are set for 2025. Read the latest.
Two protesters jailed over Palestine Action allegations have paused their 48-day hunger strike due to severe health deterioration. Four others continue refusing food.
The family of Kamran Ahmed, on hunger strike for almost 50 days, fear for his life. They urge Justice Secretary David Lammy to intervene. Read their urgent plea.
Amy Gardiner-Gibson ends hunger strike after 50+ days as three others continue. Lawyers warn of severe health deterioration in biggest UK prison protest since 1981 IRA strikes.
Two pro-Palestine prisoners halt hunger strike after nearly 50 days due to failing health, vowing to resume in the New Year. Four others continue their protest at UK prisons.
Climate activist Greta Thunberg arrested at London protest supporting Palestine Action hunger strikers. Five prisoners continue refusing food as Justice Secretary David Lammy faces pressure. Read the latest.
Palestine Action has sent a legal letter to Justice Secretary David Lammy after seven hunger strikers were hospitalised. The government insists prison protocols are being followed.
Climate activist Greta Thunberg detained in central London while demonstrating in support of Palestine Action hunger strikers. Read the latest updates.
Climate activist Greta Thunberg detained by Met Police at a central London demonstration supporting hunger-striking Palestine Action protesters. Follow the latest updates.
Protesters from Palestine Action begin legal proceedings against the government. Plus: a major cancer breakthrough and the gaming world mourns a legend. Read the full morning briefing.
Activists on hunger strike have begun legal proceedings against the government, accusing it of abandoning prison safety policies. One protester has refused food for 51 days.
Families plead with Justice Secretary David Lammy for urgent talks as Palestine Action hunger strikers reach critical health stage. Some have refused food for over 50 days.
Eight activists awaiting trial for Palestine Action offences are on hunger strike, with seven hospitalised. Families demand urgent meeting with Justice Secretary David Lammy as medical concerns escalate.
Palestine Action activists begin legal proceedings against the UK government after hunger strikers are hospitalised. Justice Secretary David Lammy faces urgent demands.
Imprisoned Palestine Action activists begin legal proceedings against the government after several hunger strikers are hospitalised. Read the latest on this urgent case.
Amu Gib, on hunger strike for 50 days, is hospitalised from HMP Bronzefield. A relative says they've been 'left in the dark' for 57 hours about their condition, sparking a crisis.
Kamran Ahmed, on hunger strike for 42 days over Palestine, has been hospitalised. He says dying for his cause is 'worthwhile' as nearly 900 medics demand government action.
Two protesters, Kamran Ahmed and Amu Gib, have been hospitalised in a critical condition after over 40 days on hunger strike in UK prisons. Their supporters warn of deaths without government intervention.
Amu Gib and Kamran Ahmed, on hunger strike for 50 and 42 days, are hospitalised. MPs and families demand urgent government intervention over prison conditions.
Imprisoned activist Amu Gib taken to hospital as campaigners slam 'deliberately negligent' treatment of Palestine Action hunger strikers. A doctor warns they 'are dying'.
Lawyers for two jailed Palestine Action activists on hunger strike demand the UK government intervene, citing severe health risks and political prisoner status. Read the full story.
A statue of Queen Victoria in Sheffield's Endcliffe Park has been splattered with red paint and the words 'END THE HUNGER'. The vandalism appears linked to six Palestine Action activists on hunger strike.
Prisoners affiliated with Palestine Action are on prolonged hunger strike, with health now critical. The UK government faces calls to address lengthy remand delays and review the group's proscription.
Activist Amu Gib details a 46-day hunger strike from HMP Bronzefield, demanding the UK stop arming Israel and end the proscription of Palestine Action. Read their powerful testimony.
Justice Secretary David Lammy will not meet with pro-Palestine prisoners on hunger strike, despite pressure from MPs and a medic's warning they might die. Read the latest.
Six UK prisoners are on a hunger strike for Palestine, with some reaching day 48. Campaigners warn of a 'point of no return' and call for government action. Have your say in our poll.
Amu Gib sends a poignant birthday message to fellow hunger striker Qesser Zuhrah from HMP Bronzefield. As their health fails, the protest over Elbit Systems trials enters a critical phase. Read their urgent call for justice.