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Nine arrested as Pro-Palestine protesters block Foreign Office to demand end to Israel arms exports
Workers and trade unionists from Workers for a Free Palestine blockade the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) in central London, July 24, 2024

AT LEAST nine pro-Palestine activists were arrested today as hundreds blocked the entrance to the Foreign Office in London to demand that the government halt arms exports to Israel. 

Around 300 people took part in the demonstration, which was organised by Workers for a Free Palestine with support from members of Civil Service union PCS.

The union represents staff who work in the Foreign Office and Department for Business and Trade, which are involved in granting the licences. 

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