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Stonehenge Turned Orange: Protesters' Bold Move Sparks Controversy

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Climate activists spray Stonehenge with orange powder paint, sparking outrage and arrests. Read on to uncover the dramatic protest details! #Stonehenge #ClimateProtest

Protestors from Just Stop Oil made headlines by spray painting the iconic Stonehenge monument in England with vibrant orange powder paint. The daring act, occurring just one day before the summer solstice, aimed to raise awareness about the urgent need for action on fossil fuels. The dramatic video of the protest quickly went viral, stirring controversy and drawing attention to the ongoing battle for environmental preservation.

Amidst the commotion, police swiftly arrested the two eco-activists responsible for the colorful stunt at the UNESCO World Heritage Site. The provocative move signifies the growing urgency of climate activism and the lengths some are willing to go to make their voices heard. The Stonehenge incident serves as a powerful symbol of the environmental movement's determination to push for change despite facing opposition and criticism.

Interestingly, just a stone's throw away from Stonehenge lies Avebury, an ancient site that predates its more famous neighbor. Avebury attracts its own solstice visitors, offering a different perspective on Britain's rich history. This lesser-known location showcases the breadth of cultural heritage in the region, highlighting the diverse array of archaeological wonders nestled in the English countryside.

On the eve of the solstice, Stonehenge remains a focal point for spiritual gatherings and historical curiosity, attracting visitors from around the globe. The mystical allure of this ancient monument continues to captivate and inspire, reminding us of the enduring legacy of our ancestors and the importance of preserving our heritage for future generations.

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Stonehenge sprayed with orange powder paint by Just Stop Oil ... (The Guardian)

Two people arrested, say police, while Rishi Sunak's comments on protest prompt response from Labour donor.

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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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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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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 spray-painted orange in latest action by climate protesters (The Sydney Morning Herald)

London: Two climate protesters who sprayed orange paint on the ancient Stonehenge monument in southern England were arrested on Wednesday after two ...

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

Stonehenge is the latest cultural landmark to be targeted by Just Stop Oil environmental activists, who today sprayed the ancient site in Wiltshire, UK, ...

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Stonehenge Sprayed With Orange Paint One Day Before Solstice (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.

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Climate protesters spray Stonehenge with orange powder paint ... (ABC News)

The protest occurred as thousands are expected to descend on the UNESCO World Heritage Site to celebrate the summer solstice.

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'Outrage' as protesters deface historic Stonehenge (The New Daily)

Environmental protesters have sparked outrage after spraying England's prehistoric Stonehenge monument with orange paint. Footage shows two Just Stop Oil ...

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Climate Protesters Turn Stonehenge Orange to Raise Awareness ... (4CC)

Video footage of a dramatic climate protest has gone viral on social media as two individuals from 'Just Stop Oil' who claim to confront fossil fuel elites, ...

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Climate activists arrested after spray painting UK's Stonehenge ... (Aljazeera.com)

UK police say they arrested two people 'on suspicion of damaging' the prehistoric UNESCO World Heritage Site.

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Stonehenge targeted by climate protesters, bones found at ... (Yahoo News Australia)

Nothing to see here, just two blokes in a luxury Russian car. This photo from Vladimir Putin's North Korea trip has been a hit on social media, with plenty of ...

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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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Activists defend painting Stonehenge after outrage (The New Daily)

Environmental activists have defended the “shocking” vandalism of England's famous Stonehenge monument after their dramatic protest triggered widespread ...

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Stonehenge sprayed orange in protest (Kids News)

Police have arrested two men after prehistoric rocks at Stonehenge in Britain were covered in a cloud of orange powder by climate protesters.

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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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Climate Activists Target Stonehenge—And More (ARTnews)

Climate Activists Target Stonehenge, Justine Trudeau Urges Pope to Return Indigenous Artifacts, German Politicians Call for Boycott of Exhibition, and More: ...

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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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