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Sydney Morning Herald
2 days ago
- Politics
- Sydney Morning Herald
Man accused of storming Israeli restaurant in CBD makes second bid for freedom
A serial protester accused of storming an Israeli-owned restaurant in Melbourne's CBD has made a second bid for freedom, his lawyer claiming his behaviour was not antisemitic or fuelled by hate. Antwany Arnold, 55, appeared in the Melbourne Magistrates' Court on Wednesday to make his second application for bail this month, after police alleged he hurled a chair at a diner at Miznon restaurant in Hardware Lane shortly after 8pm on July 4. Arnold has been charged with several offences, including throwing a missile and behaving in a riotous manner. Police allege food, glasses and chairs were thrown at staff and patrons during the incident, which involved a group of 20 or 30 people who had splintered off from an earlier demonstration about police presence at protests. A lawyer acting for police described Arnold's conduct as disgraceful and highly offensive. Arnold's lawyer, Tim Hutton, told the court his alleged actions, some of which had been captured on CCTV and shown to the court, were not driven by antisemitism, prejudice or hate. 'It [was] a compassionate condemnation of an organisation, the IDF, the Israel Defence Forces ... it is condemnation of the atrocities and crimes ... committed,' he said. 'It is in no way any reflection on Jewish people or thoughts or feelings towards Jewish people.' Magistrate Michelle Mykytowycz interjected, saying that regardless of whether the incident was to do with political or humanitarian issues, her role was to consider allegations put to her about Arnold's conduct and whether he posed a danger to community safety. The court heard Arnold was on bail over another incident which occurred on April 14, at the corner of Swanston and Bourke streets just after 3pm.
The Age
2 days ago
- Politics
- The Age
Man accused of storming Israeli restaurant in CBD makes second bid for freedom
A serial protester accused of storming an Israeli-owned restaurant in Melbourne's CBD has made a second bid for freedom, his lawyer claiming his behaviour was not antisemitic or fuelled by hate. Antwany Arnold, 55, appeared in the Melbourne Magistrates' Court on Wednesday to make his second application for bail this month, after police alleged he hurled a chair at a diner at Miznon restaurant in Hardware Lane shortly after 8pm on July 4. Arnold has been charged with several offences, including throwing a missile and behaving in a riotous manner. Police allege food, glasses and chairs were thrown at staff and patrons during the incident, which involved a group of 20 or 30 people who had splintered off from an earlier demonstration about police presence at protests. A lawyer acting for police described Arnold's conduct as disgraceful and highly offensive. Arnold's lawyer, Tim Hutton, told the court his alleged actions, some of which had been captured on CCTV and shown to the court, were not driven by antisemitism, prejudice or hate. 'It [was] a compassionate condemnation of an organisation, the IDF, the Israel Defence Forces ... it is condemnation of the atrocities and crimes ... committed,' he said. 'It is in no way any reflection on Jewish people or thoughts or feelings towards Jewish people.' Magistrate Michelle Mykytowycz interjected, saying that regardless of whether the incident was to do with political or humanitarian issues, her role was to consider allegations put to her about Arnold's conduct and whether he posed a danger to community safety. The court heard Arnold was on bail over another incident which occurred on April 14, at the corner of Swanston and Bourke streets just after 3pm.
Rhyl Journal
6 days ago
- Rhyl Journal
Five people charged over alleged break-in during Palestine Action protest
The group is accused of forcing their way into Elbit's South Gloucestershire facility on August 6 last year, causing extensive damage and seriously assaulting staff and two police officers. Counter Terrorism Policing South East carried out a series of raids on Tuesday before arresting the five suspects. The Crown Prosecution Service has authorised charges and said it will submit to the court that the offences were committed with a terrorist connection. Finn Collins, 20, from Whitstable in Kent; Harland Archer, also 20 and from Whitstable; Salaam Mahmood, 19, from London; Moiz Ibrahim, 27, from London; and Louie Adams, 33, from London, have all been charged with aggravated burglary, criminal damage and violent disorder. They are due to appear from custody at Westminster Magistrates' Court on Saturday. A sixth person, a 66-year-old man from Bristol, was also arrested during Tuesday's operation – but has since been released without charge. Ten people were arrested shortly after the incident in August 2024, and a further eight in November. All 18 were later charged and are awaiting trial. Elbit Systems UK, which is Israeli-owned, has been repeatedly targeted by Palestine Action over its role in producing military technology.
Leader Live
6 days ago
- Leader Live
Five people charged over alleged break-in during Palestine Action protest
The group is accused of forcing their way into Elbit's South Gloucestershire facility on August 6 last year, causing extensive damage and seriously assaulting staff and two police officers. Counter Terrorism Policing South East carried out a series of raids on Tuesday before arresting the five suspects. The Crown Prosecution Service has authorised charges and said it will submit to the court that the offences were committed with a terrorist connection. Finn Collins, 20, from Whitstable in Kent; Harland Archer, also 20 and from Whitstable; Salaam Mahmood, 19, from London; Moiz Ibrahim, 27, from London; and Louie Adams, 33, from London, have all been charged with aggravated burglary, criminal damage and violent disorder. They are due to appear from custody at Westminster Magistrates' Court on Saturday. A sixth person, a 66-year-old man from Bristol, was also arrested during Tuesday's operation – but has since been released without charge. Ten people were arrested shortly after the incident in August 2024, and a further eight in November. All 18 were later charged and are awaiting trial. Elbit Systems UK, which is Israeli-owned, has been repeatedly targeted by Palestine Action over its role in producing military technology.
North Wales Chronicle
6 days ago
- North Wales Chronicle
Five people charged over alleged break-in during Palestine Action protest
The group is accused of forcing their way into Elbit's South Gloucestershire facility on August 6 last year, causing extensive damage and seriously assaulting staff and two police officers. Counter Terrorism Policing South East carried out a series of raids on Tuesday before arresting the five suspects. The Crown Prosecution Service has authorised charges and said it will submit to the court that the offences were committed with a terrorist connection. Finn Collins, 20, from Whitstable in Kent; Harland Archer, also 20 and from Whitstable; Salaam Mahmood, 19, from London; Moiz Ibrahim, 27, from London; and Louie Adams, 33, from London, have all been charged with aggravated burglary, criminal damage and violent disorder. They are due to appear from custody at Westminster Magistrates' Court on Saturday. A sixth person, a 66-year-old man from Bristol, was also arrested during Tuesday's operation – but has since been released without charge. Ten people were arrested shortly after the incident in August 2024, and a further eight in November. All 18 were later charged and are awaiting trial. Elbit Systems UK, which is Israeli-owned, has been repeatedly targeted by Palestine Action over its role in producing military technology.
