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Florida police arrest Palestinian human rights lawyer Noura Erakat
Image credit: Al Jazeera English
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Police arrested human rights lawyer Noura Erakat in Florida after she spoke against an Israel Bonds investment, Al Jazeera English reported. Erakat, who advocates for Palestinian rights, was taken into custody following her remarks at the hearing.
The arrest occurred during a public proceeding where Erakat had voiced opposition to the investment vehicle. Details on the specific charges and circumstances surrounding her detention were not immediately available.
