A statue of Queen Victoria in Endcliffe Park, Sheffield, has been defaced with red and green graffiti, including the words 'END THE HUNGER', in apparent support of pro-Palestine hunger strikers awaiting trial. The colours and message reference six activists who are on hunger strike over alleged criminal damage and other charges related to protests at a military factory and an airbase. The incident has sparked local outrage and concerns about further vandalism, while lawyers and supporters warn of the deteriorating health of the prisoners and the risk that they may die in custody. Calls have been made to government officials for urgent intervention, as restrictions on the activists' communication and visits have also drawn criticism from legal representatives.
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