In June 2026, a London judge sentenced four Palestine Action activists—Samuel Corner, Charlotte Head, Leona Kamio, and Fatema Rajwani—to prison terms ranging from four years and eight months to over seven years for a 2024 raid on an Elbit Systems defense factory in Gloucestershire. The court found a 'terrorist connection' under the Sentencing Act, citing intent to influence the UK government and advance a political cause. The break-in caused £1.2 million in damage and included destruction of military equipment, including drones. Corner was also convicted of grievous bodily harm for fracturing a police sergeant’s spine with a sledgehammer. While all sources agree on core facts, they diverge on the legitimacy and implications of the terrorism designation, with defense lawyers challenging the precedent. Over 100 protesters were arrested outside the courthouse during sentencing.

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