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Newcastle arms factory targeted by protesters with red paint

On February 18, 2025, activists from Palestine Action shut down the Rafael weapons factory in Newcastle, halting production for eight hours.
Rafael, Israel's third biggest weapons firm, directly owned by the Israeli state, produces armored military vehicles, including robotic combat vehicles.
A spokesperson for Palestine Action stated, 'The Israeli government owning a weapons factory in Newcastle is a stain on the whole community.'
Activists used a vehicle to block the factory entrance and painted the premises red to symbolize Palestinian blood.

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Newcastle arms factory targeted by protesters with red paint

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anarchistfederation.net

Newcastle weapons factory blockaded

Palestine Action target Israeli-owned site producing armoured military vehicles ~ Cristina Sykes ~ Activists from Palestine Action this morning (18 February) blockaded the Armstrong Works in Newcastle, a factory owned by Israeli weapons company Rafael. A vehicle was used to block both entrances to the weapons plant, with an activist locked on inside. Others climbed on top of the security box and covered the premise in blood-red paint. Rafael is …

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Israel weapons factory shut for EIGHT HOURS thanks to Palestine Action

Palestine Action shut the Rafael-owned factory for hours - literally stopping guns that Israel uses to kill Palestinians being made

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Palestine Action target Israeli-state owned weapons factory in Newcastle

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Palestine Action activists target Israeli-owned factory for 'abetting genocide'

Activists call for closure, accusing factory of supporting Israeli state actions in Gaza - Anadolu Ajansı

1 month ago·Ankara, Türkiye

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Scotswood Road protest LIVE: Activists douse sign with red paint in Newcastle

The incident has been orchestrated by Palestine Action, and Northumbria Police are in attendance at Scotswood Road in Newcastle

1 month ago·Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom

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