UK High Court upholds proscription of Palestine Action

A London High Court judge on Friday upheld the proscription of Palestine Action in the United Kingdom.

The direct action group, known for targeting companies involved in the Israeli arms trade, was designated as a terrorist group by the UK government this week. The move has been heavily condemned by human rights groups and lawyers.

Proscription makes it a crime to be a member of Palestine Action, and membership carries a maximum 14-year prison sentence. The ban comes into effect at midnight on Friday.