Taylor Swift's private jet was covered in paint just hours after arriving, as part of a protest against using oil to fuel planes.

In a daring act of protest, two members of the activist group Just Stop Oil took to the skies and sprayed private jets with bright orange paint. Their target? The airfield where pop superstar Taylor Swift's planes were believed to be parked. The group shared a video of the incident, which took place at Stansted airport on Thursday morning, showing the activists cutting through a fence and using fire extinguishers filled with paint to vandalize the jets.

According to a spokesperson for Stansted airport, two individuals were arrested by Essex police for trespassing in the private aviation area. The incident has sparked controversy as Swift has faced criticism for her frequent use of private jets and the resulting impact on the environment.

The group behind the stunt, Just Stop Oil, is demanding that the incoming UK government take action to end the extraction and burning of fossil fuels by 2030. Activist Cole Macdonald, 22, from Brighton, explained the motivation behind their actions, stating, "We're living in two worlds: one where billionaires can live in luxury and fly in private jets, while the rest of us suffer from the effects of climate change. This system of extreme wealth is destroying the very conditions that support human life."

The news of the incident comes just one day after the group caused a stir by painting Stonehenge with orange paint on the day of the summer solstice. Both the Prime Minister and the leader of the opposition have condemned the actions of the activists, with Boris Johnson calling it a "disgraceful act of vandalism" and Keir Starmer labeling the group as "pathetic."

In a statement provided by Just Stop Oil, one activist, identified as Ms. Lynch, a student from Oxford, spoke about the urgency of addressing the continued use of fossil fuels. "The burning of oil, coal, and gas is causing death and suffering. It's time for us to think about the legacy our civilization will leave behind," she said.

Meanwhile, Taylor Swift continues her UK tour, with performances scheduled at Wembley Arena this weekend. This is a developing news story, and more updates are expected to follow. For the latest updates, follow The Agency on Twitter and Facebook or sign up for their daily push alerts.

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