Eco-extremists paint Stonehenge orange

SOURCE www.breitbart.com
Eco-extremists painted Stonehenge orange on the eve of the Summer Solstice to demand phasing out fossil fuels by 2030. They were eventually arrested, and their action was condemned by Brexit leader Nigel Farage.

Key Points

  • Stonehenge was painted orange by eco-extremists demanding a fossil fuel phase-out by 2030
  • The attackers were arrested after being confronted by the public and English Heritage staff
  • Brexit leader Nigel Farage criticized the vandalism and the support given to environmental extremists

Pros

  • Raising awareness about phasing out fossil fuels
  • Drawing attention to environmental issues

Cons

  • Vandalism of a historic monument
  • Disrupting an important celestial event