UK Indymedia - UK Newswire Archive

The Israel Lebanon War for Water

13-08-2006 05:25

Background on the significance of the Litani River waterway in the Middle east conflict.

Paying attention yet?

13-08-2006 04:51

Or still wasting your precious time on backstory issues? Well, for those who are interested in attacking the beast at its most vulnerable point, read on.The Anglo-American empire’s “next 9-11” will set up final war; “foiled” UK terror plot a propaganda dry run

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hackney critical mass against the occupation

12-08-2006 23:07

this afternoon hackney corporations were targeted in a small critical mass of a dozen cyclists with a sound system. the local population were very receptive and loads of leaflets were handed out.

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Ceasefire graffiti

12-08-2006 22:21

Heres a photo of a new mural on the cowley road in east oxford.

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Letters From Lebanon-The Proximity of Death

12-08-2006 21:58

israeli airstrikes, effective blockade of humanitarian aid, experience in Beirut

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Against Israel's war on Lebanon & Palestine: AUSTRALIA

12-08-2006 21:29

The crowd at today's rally was smaller than at the major demonstration on July 22 but just as determined. We were protesting against Israel's ongoing war against the people of Lebanon and Palestine.

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City Centre "Die-In" Against War in Lebanon

12-08-2006 21:24

Newcastle residents held a deathly protest last week outside the Government Offices for the North East, Newcastle, at the Government's continuing failure to back calls for an immediate ceasefire in Lebanon.

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RAF Brize Norton blockaded, 12th Aug 2006

12-08-2006 21:08

A protest called at very short notice outside the main gates of RAF Brize Norton had the unexpected effect of closing the main gates, and possibly the entire base, to all traffic for nearly two hours. Brize Norton is one of the RAF bases reportedly being used to refuel planes delivering bombs from the US to Israel for use in the ongoing massacre of Lebanon. Meanwhile a peace camp is being established nearby to watch for further such flights. Some photos of the day are attached, and with a bit of luck a movie of the more exciting bits should materialise here later.

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Photos: Downing Street "Ceasefire Now" Protest (11.08.06)

12-08-2006 19:46

Title: "Ceasefire Now" Protest
Date: 11.08.06
Location: Downing Street, London
Comment/context: Arouind 200 protester outside Downing Street. Organised by the Palestine Solidarity Campaign, CND, British Muslim Initiative and STW.

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Where Next for the Fight Against the G8? Meeting Cardiff, 16th Aug

12-08-2006 17:55

A discussion meeting about resistance to this and next year's G8 Summit presented by South Wales Against the G8

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Protesters victory over Brighton Sealife Centre

12-08-2006 16:57

VICTORY has been won by animal rights protesters against the Brighton Sealife Centre.

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Israeli activist shot in bil'in

12-08-2006 16:45

Today an Israeli activist got shot in the head by a rubber bullet during a non-violent protest against the Palestinian Occupation. He will suffer serious lasting brain injury from his wounds. At this moment he's in an hospital in Tel Aviv for brainsurgery. Here follows a report on the demonstration.

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Camp Titnore latest

12-08-2006 16:40

On Friday August 11 an appeal was successfully lodged with the High Court against the eviction order obtained by the Somersets against the tree camp.

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G8 Germany: Activists Take Beach Outside Summit Venue

12-08-2006 16:05

“Camp Inski”, the preparation and information camp for the forthcoming G8 summit in Germany drew to a close on 11 August with a direct action “bathing day” on the beach outside the Hotel Kempinski where the summit will be help. Approximately 400 people followed the call and arrived at the beach from various directions. There were various actions to Samba sounds - apart from the communal swim, a building was briefly occupied, highlighting the expropriation of the Kempinski family by the Nazis. Police used heavy handed tactics, pepperspray and batons when a train was occupied.

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remember alleged "islamic fascism" - remember peace

12-08-2006 15:56

yes

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The Constant Gardener Screening @ Everything4Everyone

12-08-2006 15:19

Next weeks E4e Cinema screening at Everything4Everyone will be the
Constant Gardener.

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Choosing Sides

12-08-2006 15:11

Examining the present situation in the Middle East - is the West really fighting Islamic extremists or are they actually doing their utmost to promote them? This article offers evidence in support of the latter

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call out for facilitators & other helpful people for climate camp

12-08-2006 15:07

If you are interested in getting involved in facilitation at the Camp for
Climate Action, please get in touch with us as soon as possible, at
facilitation AT climatecamp.org.uk [replace AT with @]

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You have to laugh - Direct Action in Canada

12-08-2006 14:41

The Daily News (Halifax - Nova Scotia) Reports a Maryland woman , holidaying in NS discovering an illuminating note on her car windshield.

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Glasgow woman brutally injured in Palestine

12-08-2006 13:17

Peace activists from UK brutally attacked in Palestine.