37-year-old Marieha Hussain stands trial for racially aggravated public order offense involving a placard targeting UK leaders during a pro-Palestine protest.

Marieha Hussain, 37, is on trial in London for a racially aggravated public order offense after carrying a placard depicting Prime Minister Rishi Sunak and Home Secretary Suella Braverman as "coconuts" during a pro-Palestine protest. Prosecutors argue the term is a racial slur implying betrayal of one's race, while Hussain's defense claims it was intended as political critique. The trial is examining the context and intent behind the placard.

September 12, 2024
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