British-Palestinian doctor who called for 'eradication of Israel' arrested in UK

British-Palestinian doctor Rahmeh Aladwan, known for her outspoken criticism of Israel's genocide of Palestinians in Gaza, was arrested by UK police on Tuesday morning.

A video circulating on social media showed the 31-year-old being arrested by Metropolitan police officers at her residence.

In the video, a female officer informs her that she is being arrested for four offences: malicious communications times three, and for inciting racial hatred. She cites Section 1 of the Malicious Communications Act and Section 127 of the Misuse of Public Communications Network as the basis for the arrest.

🚨 BREAKING: British-Palestinian NHS doctor, Dr. Rahmeh Aladwan (@doctor_rahmeh) was arrested this morning by British police to protect an apartheid, genocidal entity from accountability — just 3 days before her @the_mpts hearing, undermining her right to a fair trial.

(@HCWsAC) pic.twitter.com/xqH5ZA7mrU

— Majid Freeman (@Majstar7) October 21, 2025

According to the officer, the charges are linked to a speech delivered by Aladwan on July 21 during a pro-Palestine protest held outside the Foreign and Commonwealth Office in London. The officer in the video referred to the address as having “amounted to calls for the eradication of Israel and implied support for all those involved in armed resistance against Israel, including organisations such as Hamas.”

Dr. Aladwan, who has been active in humanitarian advocacy for Palestinians in Gaza, has drawn attention online for her impassioned speeches and posts condemning Israel’s military actions.

Her arrest has sparked outrage on social media, with some users calling it an attack on free speech, while others argue that the law must be applied equally in cases involving potential incitement.

British-Palestinian NHS doctor Dr. Rahmeh Aladwan, someone with a spotless record, no patient complaints, and a clear stance against genocide, has been arrested.

This is what imperial “rule of law” looks like in the heart of the so-called free world. When a Palestinian doctor,… pic.twitter.com/mKgMgdkAbo

— Thomas Keith (@iwasnevrhere_) October 21, 2025

A British Nhs doctor Rahmeh Aladwan, was arrested by the police from her home for simply expressing criticism of Israel, supporting Palestinian resistance and against genocide.

I do not recognise this country anymore.

'Free speech' until it's Israel.pic.twitter.com/JEvXENEtEm

— Bushra Shaikh (@Bushra1Shaikh) October 21, 2025

If care about your country, speak out against Zionist influence on our public institutions, particularly the police, who are increasingly dancing to tunes composed in Tel Aviv.

Solidarity with Dr Rahmeh Aladwan! 🇵🇸 @doctor_rahmeh https://t.co/qazGZF0Mje

— Chris Williamson (@DerbyChrisW) October 21, 2025