Renowned actor Khalid Abdalla recently revealed that he has been called in for a police interview following his participation in a pro-Palestinian demonstration back in January. Abdalla, famous for his roles in The Crown and United 93, shared on social media that he had received a letter from the Metropolitan Police regarding the matter. The police have confirmed that eight individuals, including Abdalla, have been asked to attend interviews as part of an ongoing investigation into alleged violations of the Public Order Act during the protest on January 18.
In an Instagram post, Abdalla expressed uncertainty about whether charges would be brought against him and emphasized the importance of protecting the right to protest in the country. The actor has been actively involved in advocating for a ceasefire in the Gaza-Israel conflict and has participated in several pro-Palestinian demonstrations, including the one that led to the police interview. Additionally, Abdalla was one of the signatories of an open letter criticizing the BBC’s decision to pull a documentary about children in Gaza due to its narrator’s affiliation with Hamas.
Abdalla is not the only public figure who has faced police scrutiny following the January rally. Former Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn and former shadow chancellor John McDonnell have also been questioned by authorities in connection with the event. The Metropolitan Police noted that despite clear instructions to remain in designated areas during the protest, a group of demonstrators ventured into Trafalgar Square, leading to arrests and charges against multiple individuals. The Palestinian Solidarity Campaign, the organizers of the protest, have condemned the police actions as an overreach of power and have called for the cessation of any legal proceedings against the peaceful protesters involved.
Overall, the incident involving Abdalla’s police interview sheds light on the ongoing tensions surrounding protests in the UK and the challenges faced by individuals exercising their right to demonstrate on contentious issues such as the Gaza-Israel conflict. As the investigation unfolds, it remains to be seen how the authorities will address the concerns raised by both the protesters and their supporters in light of the events that transpired during the January rally in London
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