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Massive Attack's Robert Del Naja arrested at London Palestine Action protest

other · 2026-04-13

Robert Del Naja, the frontman of the British band Massive Attack, was arrested in central London on suspicion of supporting a banned organization. The arrest occurred after he attended a large protest against the prohibition of Palestine Action. Known artistically as "3D," Del Naja has consistently criticized British foreign policy, actively opposing the 2003 invasion of Iraq and using his platform to denounce the situation in Palestine. He is among 500 people detained during the demonstration. Del Naja defended his actions by stating, "What more patriotism can you ask for?" He argued that Palestine Action's activities protect the country from involvement in serious war crimes and violations of international law. The musician has been a vocal opponent of what he calls genocide in Gaza. His arrest highlights ongoing tensions around pro-Palestinian activism in the UK. The protest took place on Saturday, drawing significant attention to the banned group's cause.

Key facts

  • Robert Del Naja was arrested in central London
  • He was detained under suspicion of supporting a banned organization
  • The arrest followed a large protest against the prohibition of Palestine Action
  • Del Naja is the frontman of Massive Attack, known as "3D"
  • He has been a critic of British foreign policy, opposing the 2003 Iraq invasion
  • Del Naja stated: "What more patriotism can you ask for?"
  • He argued Palestine Action protects the UK from war crimes involvement
  • Approximately 500 people were detained during the protest

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Artists

  • Robert Del Naja
  • Miguel Adrover
  • Rosalía
  • Grant "Daddy G" Marshall
  • Adrian "Tricky" Thaws
  • Andrew "Mushroom" Vowles
  • Yvette Cooper

Institutions

  • Palestine Action
  • Massive Attack
  • Metropolitan Police
  • High Court
  • Press Association
  • BBC Bristol

Locations

  • London
  • United Kingdom
  • Gaza
  • Iraq
  • Palestine
  • Trafalgar Square
  • Central London
  • Bristol
  • Helsinki
  • Finland
  • Europe

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