Jeremy Corbyn on Palestine Action

Jeremy Corbyn has vocally and strongly opposed the United Kingdom government's decision to proscribe the activist group Palestine Action. He has characterized the proscription as an absurd and immoral act, viewing it as an authoritarian crackdown on legitimate political expression and solidarity with Palestine. The former Labour leader has asserted that the government's action intends to stifle dissent against Israeli state policy by targeting those who campaign against arms sales and companies linked to alleged violations in the occupied territories.

He framed the move within a broader context of restricting civil liberties, suggesting the government sought to outlaw criticism of Israel. The politician publicly announced his opposition following the official proscription, demanding the decision be reversed. His stance positions him as a vocal defender of the right to protest against the government's foreign policy and business dealings related to the conflict.