Two more individuals have been arrested in connection with vandalism at US President Donald Trump’s Turnberry golf resort in Scotland, according to a statement from Scottish police. The arrests come after a high-profile incident last month when activists defaced the luxury resort with graffiti, expressing their outrage over Trump’s controversial comments regarding Gaza.
On March 8, police responded to a call at Turnberry’s clubhouse, where protesters had spray-painted “GAZA IS NOT 4 SALE” in large white letters across the lawn. In addition to the graffiti, the perpetrators damaged greens and sprayed red paint on the building’s facade, causing significant damage. The act was a direct response to comments made by Trump, who suggested that the United States should “take over” Gaza and transform it into a luxury destination while forcibly relocating its Palestinian inhabitants to Egypt or Jordan. These remarks were met with widespread condemnation and protests, with many viewing them as a further escalation of Trump’s controversial stance on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.
Scottish police confirmed on Friday the arrest of a 55-year-old woman in Leeds and a 33-year-old man in nearby Wakefield. The duo, along with a 33-year-old man previously arrested, are all suspected of involvement in the vandalism. The earlier suspect was charged with vandalism and released on bail pending a further hearing. Additionally, two individuals in their 60s and 70s were detained for questioning in relation to the incident but were later released.
Trump, who owns two golf resorts in Scotland, took to his Truth Social platform to commend British law enforcement for their handling of the case. He expressed his support for the actions taken, while also reiterating his stance on global issues that continue to spark public debate.
This vandalism incident follows a similar protest at another Trump-owned resort in Ireland, where Palestinian flags were placed on the golf courses. Both events highlight the ongoing tensions surrounding Trump’s foreign policy statements and their impact on public opinion.
