June 19th 2024.
On Wednesday, two individuals who were protesting against climate change were arrested for their involvement in a striking act of vandalism. They had sprayed orange paint on the ancient Stonehenge monument, located in the southern region of England, as confirmed by the police.
The Prime Minister, Rishi Sunak, was quick to condemn the incident, rightfully calling it a disgraceful act of vandalism. It was carried out by a group known as Just Stop Oil, whose actions have been gaining widespread attention and criticism. This incident occurred just a day before the summer solstice, a significant event that draws thousands of people to the 4500-year-old stone circle.
English Heritage, the organization responsible for managing the site, expressed their dismay and stated that they were thoroughly investigating the damage caused by the paint. The group, Just Stop Oil, took to social media to explain their motives, claiming that the paint was made of cornstarch and would eventually dissolve in the rain.
The Wiltshire Police, who were responsible for making the arrests, stated that the two individuals were suspected of causing damage to one of the world's most famous prehistoric monuments and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Stonehenge, which was built over 5000 years ago on the flat lands of Salisbury Plain, is a marvel of ancient architecture. Its unique stone circle was erected during the late Neolithic period, around 2500 BC. While some of the stones, known as bluestones, have been traced back to southwest Wales, the origins of others still remain a mystery.
Just Stop Oil is one of the many groups across Europe that have been making headlines for their disruptive actions in order to raise awareness about the urgent issue of global warming. This includes disrupting sporting events, splashing paint and food on famous works of art, and even interrupting traffic.
The group claimed that their actions were in response to the recent election manifesto of the Labour Party. The party had stated that if they were to win the upcoming election on July 4, they would not issue any further licenses for oil and gas exploration. While Just Stop Oil supports this decision, they believe that it is not enough. In a statement, they urged the Labour Party, who is currently leading in polls and expected to form the next government, to take further action by signing a treaty to completely phase out the use of fossil fuels by 2030.
According to Just Stop Oil, the continued use of coal, oil, and gas will ultimately lead to the death of millions. Their statement serves as a reminder that the consequences of climate change are real and must be addressed urgently.
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