In a significant protest against UK military support for Israel, activists from Palestine Action infiltrated R.A.F. Brize Norton, damaging aircraft and evading arrest, prompting an investigation by authorities.
Activists Target Major UK Air Base in Pro-Palestinian Protest
Activists Target Major UK Air Base in Pro-Palestinian Protest
A bold act of civil disobedience took place at R.A.F. Brize Norton as Palestine Action members vandalized military aircraft.
In a remarkable display of protest, members of the Palestine Action group executed a daring breach at R.A.F. Brize Norton, Britain's largest air force base, on Friday, declaring their actions a stance against the UK's military backing of Israel. Undercover footage revealed activists – utilizing electric scooters – navigating the base's premises located in Oxfordshire, known for housing around 5,800 military personnel.
The group publicly announced that two of its members had inflicted damage on two Airbus Voyager aircraft by spraying red paint onto their turbine engines and utilizing crowbars, which they claimed symbolized the bloodshed endured by Palestinians. The duo reportedly managed to escape the facility undiscovered in the early hours of Friday.
Thames Valley Police, tasked with overseeing the area, confirmed investigations are being conducted alongside the Ministry of Defense and the Royal Air Force to track down and apprehend the activists involved. Meanwhile, the Ministry of Defense issued a condemnation of the vandalism, highlighting their cooperation with police efforts and indicating that security measures at the base would be scrutinized following the incident.
R.A.F. Brize Norton plays a critical role in supporting overseas operations, facilitating rapid global mobility for the UK’s military. This incident underscores ongoing tensions and activism concerning the complex geopolitical issues surrounding the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. Further updates on the situation are anticipated.
