On February 4, 2026, multiple news outlets reported the acquittal of six Palestine Action activists by a UK court. According to Middle East Eye, the activists, including Leona Kamio and Samuel Corner, were found not guilty of aggravated burglary after a raid on an Elbit Systems warehouse in Bristol. The trial lasted over eight days, with jurors deliberating for more than 36 hours before delivering their verdict. The activists had been charged with aggravated burglary, criminal damage, and violent disorder following the August 6, 2024, incident. BBC News highlighted that while the activists were cleared of burglary charges, they might face retrials on other charges, indicating ongoing legal challenges for the group. Al Jazeera described the verdict as a positive outcome for the activists, emphasizing the significance of the acquittal in the context of their protest against the arms factory.
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Delhi, Rajasthan, Gujarat Acquittals in Kashmir Terrorism Cases

UK court acquits Palestine Action activists of burglary; retrials possible. India sees acquittals in Kashmir terrorism cases, highlighting prolonged detentions and judicial concerns.
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