UK CRIMINALISES Peace In Gaza As Campaigner gets CHARGED!

Right, so despite a ceasefire now being in place between Israel and Gaza and despite the UK government having supported that verbally, even though they did less than nothing to bring it into being, actively backing the side of the aggressors and against the occupied as we know Starmer and CO have done, God forbid anyone campaign along those very lines because you might end up facing criminal charges for it!
Think I’m joking? Sadly I’m not! Peace campaigner, writer, peace activist, fellow YouTuber and someone I consider a good friend Natalie Strecker was arrested shortly after returning to her home in Jersey, after having spent a short stint in the Middle East where she had joined the protests against Israeli atrocity, calling for a ceasefire, demanding a peaceful resolution, demanding that Israel uphold the international laws it is signed up to that it has been breaching relentlessly as we’ve all become more than familiar with.
Strecker was arrested on the basis that she had shown support for a proscribed group, the allegation made at that time, the implication, was that she was seen to have been supportive of Hamas, rather than the people of Gaza, clearly not true, Strecker more than aware of the law on such matters, and the listing of Hamas as a terror organisation in UK law and yet yesterday incredulously, news dropped that she was now being charged under Jersey’s Terrorism Law of 2002.
Just as we saw with the Met Police aggression against Gaza campaigners in London last Saturday, the Starmer regime is once again demonstrating that it is clamping down on freedom of speech and freedom of expression and freedom of assembly where it comes to supporting Gaza, now muddying the waters between supporting Gaza and Hamas, functionally rendering international law illegal in the UK, so for anyone still scoffing at such notions, someone may be about to face imprisonment because of it.
Right, so Starmer’s regime have gone from the sublime to the ridiculous now, it might be Jersey today and their laws might be slightly different to ours on the UK mainland in some respects, but’ the Channel Islands are still part of the UK, still have Starmer as their Prime Minister and so something happening under their terror law, the Jersey Terror Law of 2002, which closely mirrors ours here, the Terrorism Act 2000, if not overturned, could be seen here in the UK very soon and all for what? Protecting Israel again.
The victim of what very much is a pro Israel witch hunt is Jersey based peace activist Natalie Strecker, who was arrested last November upon her return to Jersey from the Middle East, campaigning for the people of Gaza and against the Israeli genocide, a genocide Starmer’s lot cannot even call a genocide, but can it seems conflate support for the people f Gaza with supporting Hamas, such is the level of abuse his regime appears prepared to stoop to to silence those calling Israel out for what they are, genocidaires guilty of war crimes and crimes against humanity, very much being investigated for that, the case proven plausibly before the International Court of Justice, but clearly Starmer and Co think they known better, the lengths being gone to here I cannot see as being possible via the police and the legislation as it sits on the statute books go without interference from higher up.
Police arrived on her doorstep last November and arrested her after receiving a complaint that she was offering support for a proscribed organisation under Article 13.1 of the Terrorism (Jersey) Law of 2002, which is essentially a carbon copy of the Terrorism Act of 2000, under which we’ve seen several other arrests and seizures of equipment in recent news, such as those of Richard Medhurst, Sarah Wilkinson and Asa Winstanley. Who made the complaint is a good question, but at this point a bit of a moot point.
Once an organisation has been proscribed here in the UK, as for example Hamas have been, it is a very low bar to trigger an arrest under such terms. Merely the suspicion of support is sufficient grounds to warrant an arrest, a complaint in this case, though charges under that are a little different. Under international law, the people of Gaza are entitled to resist occupation in any way they see fit. Now we’ve seen Hamas take hostages, we’ve seen armed conflict for years and I don’t agree with such methods because violence never solves anything, all conflicts end with conversations around tables, but even that isn’t possible under the proscription of Hamas under UK law, because that proscription extends to the political wing of Hamas too, not just the militarised wing. The UK, when it proscribed Hamas in 2021, tied it’s hands from ever being able to negotiate with them yet it is negotiation that brought us to this ceasefire. Should the Egyptian or US or Qatari negotiators be arrestable under UK Terror laws for having been part of those talks therefore? This is the inherent weakness and flaw in the law and charges sadly, somehow, are being levied against Strecker, who has issued a statement:
‘It is with complete disbelief that I confirm that I have today been charged with two offences under Jersey's 'Terrorism Law 2002' for allegedly "inviting support for a proscribed organisation". I cannot say much at this stage, but I will say that I absolutely reject these allegations and will fight to clear my name. It is terrifying that this year, as we celebrate the 80th anniversary of our Liberation from Nazi occupation and reflect on the sacrifices our grandparents made to achieve our Liberation and protect our freedoms, that I, a human rights defender and aspiring pacifist, face charges for advocating for another people subject to occupation and untold suffering. I remain firm in my commitment to the recognition and application of international law, including the European Convention on Human Rights, which seems to be under increasing threat. Our ability to freely express ourselves is a fundamental part of any democracy and our right to do so is being undermined by this weaponisation of legislation. Thank you to all those who have expressed their support. I am eternally grateful to each of you.’
There is also a letter that supporters of Natalie Strecker have asked well wishers to send a version of to members of the Jersey legislature calling this out, which is particularly pointed given Jersey’s unique history with terrorism and liberation:
‘Dear Members of the Jersey Community,
I write with deep concern and unwavering support for my friend, Natalie Strecker, who is currently under investigation and now charged under Jersey’s Terrorism Law (2002) for allegedly supporting proscribed organisations.
This investigation is based on publicly available posts in which Natalie has acknowledged the rights of occupied peoples under International Law, consistently emphasising that these rights must be respected by all parties. This investigation, targeting her peaceful advocacy for Palestinian liberation, reflects an alarming trend that threatens the cherished freedoms and values upon which Jersey’s community and post-war identity have been built.
Natalie Strecker has been a tireless advocate for justice and has devoted herself to causes that uplift the disadvantaged. Her support for Palestinian liberation is rooted in her profound s
ense of morality and justice, particularly the urgent need to protect innocent children caught in conflict. She has never endorsed terrorism, nor supported any proscribed organisations. Instead, she has consistently articulated a position aligned with international law, which recognises the right of occupied peoples to resist occupation.
The residents of Jersey are uniquely positioned to understand the moral imperative of resisting oppression. During the Nazi occupation of the island from 1940 to 1945, members of the community resisted the presence of an enemy power, often at great personal risk. Today, Natalie Strecker engages in a peaceful and legitimate protest against the actions of an occupying force. Her activism is a testament to the same spirit of courage and resistance that we honour in Jersey’s history.
The investigation into and charging of Natalie Strecker not only threatens to tarnish the reputation of a good and honest citizen but also sets a dangerous precedent with far-reaching implications. It sends a chilling message to those who value free speech, freedom of expression, and the rule of law. By silencing voices like hers, the Jersey authorities risk eroding the very foundations of democracy and liberty that the island holds dear.
Article 10 of the European Convention on Human Rights, incorporated into Jersey’s domestic law, guarantees the right to freedom of expression. Furthermore, as a signatory to the Genocide Convention, Jersey has an obligation under international law to prevent and speak out against genocide and acts that may lead to it. Silencing Natalie Strecker for highlighting the plight of Palestinians contravenes these obligations and undermines the community’s commitment to justice and human rights.
The actions being taken against Natalie are not just an attack on one individual but an affront to the principles that bind the community together. I urge all fellow islanders to recognise the disquieting implications of this investigation.
By targeting Natalie, the authorities risk alienating freedom-loving members of our society and betraying the values that have defined Jersey in the post-war era: freedom, justice, and resilience against oppression.
I call upon the Jersey authorities to cease this unjust investigation and to reaffirm their commitment to protecting the rights and freedoms of all citizens. Natalie Strecker poses no threat —only to those who would prefer silence over accountability. Her bravery in speaking out against the atrocities in Gaza, the West Bank, and Lebanon is an extension of the values that the island of Jersey purports to uphold.
I stand with Natalie Strecker and call on the people of Jersey to join me in defending her right to express her shock and disgust at the ongoing injustices she observes. To suppress such protest is to endanger the democratic principles that ensure a just and free society for all.’
I’ll link to the contact information should anyone wish to send a version of that letter to them, if you’d like a text copy of that letter it can be found on Skwawkbox’s coverage of Natalie Strecker’s story entitled ‘Breaking: peace campaigner Strecker charged for supporting international law on Gaza’ which I’ll also provide a link to.
Jersey this year celebrates 80 years of being liberated from the Nazis, and yet one of their own is being treated like this over their support for international law being upheld where it comes to Gaza and the State of Palestine. It is unhinged abuse of power and our legislation and we cannot permit it to stand.
Solidarity and much love to Natalie, I can’t imagine how she feels right now.
We witnessed similar arrests and abuse of the law last Saturday too, the detention of the founder of the Stop The War Coalition Chris Nineham and many others as well, for taking part in a pro Gaza peace march celebrating that same ceasefire the government pretends it supports, but with police actions such as these how can we possibly believe that? Get all the details of what happened in London on this video recommendation here as your suggested next watch, if you aren’t alarmed yet you really ought to be. Please do also hit like, share and subscribe to the channel as well to ensure you don’t miss out on new daily content and help support the channel as well which is very much appreciated and I’ll hopefully catch you on the next vid. Cheers folks.