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I face investigation for terrorism (craigmurray.org.uk)

479 points by jstanley · 1034 days ago · 490 comments on HN

Article summary

Craig Murray, a Scottish historian and former ambassador, is under investigation for terrorism and has had his phone and laptop seized by police. He was detained under the Terrorism Act and questioned about his support for Palestine and Wikileaks. Murray claims the investigation is an abuse of human rights and a form of harassment. He is seeking donations to support his legal defense.

Main themes

  • terrorism investigation
  • Palestine and Israel
  • human rights
  • anti-terrorism laws
  • Gaza blockade
  • self-determination
  • historical context

What commenters say

  • The investigation into Craig Murray is an example of the UK's abuse of anti-terrorism laws to silence critics of government policy.
  • The situation in Gaza is a form of apartheid, with Israel controlling the borders and restricting the movement of Palestinians.
  • The concept of resistance is complex and can be applied to different situations, including the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.
  • The use of the term 'annexation' to describe Israel's actions in Palestine is inaccurate and misleading.
  • The Israeli-Palestinian conflict is a complex issue with deep historical roots, and simplistic comparisons to other conflicts or situations are not helpful.
  • The blockade of Gaza by Israel and Egypt is a form of collective punishment that exacerbates the humanitarian crisis in the region.
  • The right to self-determination is a fundamental principle of international law, and the Palestinian people have a right to determine their own future.
  • The formation of Israel in 1948 was a complex event with multiple factors and motivations, and its legacy continues to shape the Israeli-Palestinian conflict today.