Palestine Action's recent actions included significant vandalism at key military sites, directly leading to their classification under a broader legal framework that has been criticized as overreaching by numerous human rights organizations and UN experts. They argue that protesting in a manner that causes property damage should not equate to acts of terrorism, particularly when there is no intent to harm individuals. The new ban tightens restrictions on group membership and associated activities, emphasizing a shift in the UK government's approach to dissenting voices on social and political issues.

The move to label Palestine Action as a terrorist organization underscores a growing tension in the UK regarding the right to protest and freedom of expression, raising questions about where the line is drawn between legitimate activism and criminalized behavior in politically sensitive contexts.