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Jailed UK Palestine Action members end hunger strike, claim victory

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Jailed members of Palestine Action have ended their 73-day hunger strike, claiming a partial victory after some demands were met, though key issues remain unresolved. The activists, imprisoned for political violence and vandalism against entities linked to Israel, cited the loss of a major defense contract by Elbit Systems UK as a motivating factor, despite little evidence of their direct influence on the decision. While some information regarding Elbit UK exports was disclosed and limited improvements in prison conditions were reported, demands for unrestricted communication, bail, and the removal of the group's terrorist designation were not fulfilled.

The hunger strike, which began on November 2 to mark the anniversary of the Balfour Declaration, saw several activists hospitalized and drew attention from supporters and politicians, including Jeremy Corbyn. The campaign group Prisoners for Palestine declared that the movement would continue, emphasizing the growing support for direct action against the military-industrial complex. The activists were originally jailed for attacks on Elbit Systems facilities and other military sites, actions that resulted in injuries and significant property damage.

Original article source: https://www.jpost.com/international/article-883611
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