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Stonehenge Vandalized with Orange Paint by Climate Activists

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Climate activists spray Stonehenge with orange paint in protest against fossil fuels, sparking controversy and arrests. Read more!

Stonehenge, the iconic 5,000-year-old landmark, was recently targeted by activists from Just Stop Oil who covered the ancient stones in orange powder paint. This act of vandalism occurred on the eve of the Summer Solstice celebrations, causing uproar among the public and leading to the arrest of two individuals by Wiltshire Police. The incident was strongly condemned by Rishi Sunak, denouncing it as a disgraceful act of vandalism.

Despite efforts by members of the public to prevent the protest and protect the historic site, the activists managed to deface Stonehenge with the bright orange paint. This provocative act highlights the ongoing tensions between environmental activists and the authorities, with climate change concerns at the forefront of global conversations.

In a surprising turn of events, an Oxford student was among those arrested for the vandalism, adding a twist to the unfolding story. The activists' bold statement demanding action on fossil fuels has sparked debate on the methods used to raise awareness about environmental issues. The orange-painted stones stand as a striking visual reminder of the clash between preservation of heritage and the urgency for environmental activism.

Stonehenge's enduring mystery and significance make it a prime target for such controversial actions, drawing attention to the delicate balance between conservation and activism. As visitors and researchers continue to unravel the secrets of this ancient site, the recent vandalization serves as a stark reminder of the challenges faced in preserving our past while advocating for a sustainable future.

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Stonehenge covered in powder paint by Just Stop Oil protesters (BBC News)

The move comes the day before celebrations begin for the Summer Solstice at the 5,000-year-old landmark. Wiltshire Police confirmed two people had been arrested ...

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Stonehenge sprayed in orange powder paint by Just Stop Oil activists (The Guardian)

Two people have been arrested after Just Stop Oil activists sprayed orange powder paint over Stonehenge. Rishi Sunak condemned the incident, saying: “This ...

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Just Stop Oil protesters cover Stonehenge in orange paint ahead of ... (The Independent)

Rishi Sunak condemns Stonehenge attack as 'disgraceful act of vandalism'

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Just Stop Oil activists arrested after Stonehenge sprayed with ... (Sky News)

Members of the public were seen trying to prevent the protest by dragging the activists away from the stones, where thousands of people are expected to head ...

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Just Stop Oil vandalise Stonehenge with orange paint (Salisbury Journal)

At around 11am on Wednesday, June 18 two supporters of the protest group ran across to the monument before beginning to spray the iconic rocks at…

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Just Stop Oil: Oxford student arrested for Stonehenge vandalism (Oxford Mail)

Two Just Stop Oil supporters have vandalised Stonehenge by spraying a number of the columns in orange powdered paint.

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Just Stop Oil protesters spray Stonehenge orange ahead of summer ... (Evening Standard)

They have been arrested on suspicion of damaging some of the stones at the ancient site near Salisbury, Wiltshire Police said.

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Just Stop Oil spray Stonehenge with orange paint (Daily Mail)

In a heroic attempt to stop the group desecrating the stones, one woman was seen desperately trying to drag the protesters away before other members of the ...

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Stonehenge Sprayed With Orange Paint One Day Before Summer ... (Forbes)

Stonehenge was been sprayed with orange paint by climate activists on Jun. 19 demanding action on fossil fuels just one day before summer solstice.

Two arrested after Stonehenge monument damaged (Wiltshire Police)

We have arrested two people following an incident at Stonehenge this afternoon (19/06).

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Two eco-activists arrested after Stonehenge sprayed with orange ... (Art Newspaper)

A spokesperson for English Heritage, which oversees the monument, tells The Art Newspaper: “Orange powdered paint has been thrown at a number of the stones at ...

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The solstice site older (and bigger) than Stonehenge (BBC News)

Just 38km north of Stonehenge, Avebury draws its own annual solstice visitors who want a more up-close and personal experience with Britain's ancient ...

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Stonehenge sprayed with orange paint by Just Stop Oil activists ... (CBS News)

The Just Stop Oil group says two activists "decorated" the ancient Stonehenge monument with "orange powder paint."

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Stonehenge covered in powder paint by Just Stop Oil protesters (BBC News)

Two Just Stop Oil campaigners sprayed the powder paint on the historic site near Salisbury, Wiltshire, at about 12:00 BST on Wednesday. The move comes the day ...

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Just Stop Oil Protestors Arrested After Spraying Stonehenge with Paint (ARTnews)

Two protestors with Just Stop Oil sprayed the Stonehenge monument in England with orange powder paint on Wednesday.

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JK Rowling mocks Just Stop Oil protesters who spray painted ... (The Independent)

Author says 'public opinion's definitely moving' to protestors who covered Stonehenge with orange paint to protest fossil fuel use.

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Just Stop Oil's Stonehenge attack is unforgivable (Spectator.co.uk)

Stonehenge, one of the oldest monuments of humankind, has been showered with orange powder paint by Just Stop Oil.

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Just Stop Oil: Paint sprayed on Stonehenge removed ahead of ... (BBC News)

English Heritage chief executive Dr Nick Merriman said there appeared to be "no visible damage".

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English Heritage issues update on Stonehenge vandalism (Salisbury Journal)

A spokesperson for Wiltshire Police said: "A man in his 70s and a woman in her 20s were arrested on suspicion of criminal damage, damaging an ancient monument ...

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Sector bodies condemn Just Stop Oil vandalism of Stonehenge ... (Museums Association)

Heritage sector bodies have condemned an environmental protest at Stonehenge that saw a number of sarsen stones doused in orange powder paint.

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