US designates Palestine Action as a terrorist organization

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The US Department of the Treasury designated Palestine Action, Masar Badil, and the Italian tech collective Autistici/Inventati as terrorist organizations, citing their alleged roles in supporting violent far-left extremist activities. This move complemented the British government's July 2025 decision to proscribe Palestine Action, a move currently facing a November Supreme Court challenge. The designation followed allegations that Autistici/Inventati provided digital infrastructure to groups including foreign terrorist organizations.

Consequences

British activists associated with Palestine Action now face an increased risk of surveillance and potential exclusion from the financial system. The designation also raises uncertainty regarding the legal status of over 2,700 protesters previously arrested in the UK under the Terrorism Act for supporting the group.

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