Three Men Arrested in Edinburgh for Supporting Proscribed Organisation

Three men were arrested in Edinburgh under the Terrorism Act 2000 for showing support for a proscribed organisation. Two men, aged 78 and 60, were detained at a pro-Palestinian protest on July 19, 2025, while a 58-year-old man was arrested near the Scottish Parliament on July 21 for displaying a supportive sign. These arrests followed a large demonstration where thousands marched through Edinburgh demanding an end to the conflict in Gaza. Police Scotland will submit reports to the Procurator Fiscal regarding the incidents. The arrests are part of broader actions across the UK, where over 100 people have been detained for supporting the banned Palestine Action group. Additionally, three women linked to a related protest incident at a defense factory in Edinburgh have been charged with terrorism offences.