Supporters of Just Stop Oil, including Rajan Naidu, Niamh Lynch, and Luke Watson, are currently on trial for spraying orange powder on Stonehenge during an environmental protest, with forensic evidence linking them to the scene.

Prosecutors argue their actions caused damage to the UNESCO World Heritage site, posed a risk of harm, and were carefully planned to maximize publicity, including videos prepared for release.

The protest took place just before the summer solstice, a significant event expected to draw around 15,000 visitors, with the cost of cleaning the stones estimated at approximately £620.

The ongoing trial includes evidence from English Heritage staff and forensic tests, with footage showing the activists sitting in front of the stones after the spray attack.

Stonehenge, built around 5,000 years ago, is a globally recognized prehistoric monument and UNESCO World Heritage site, attracting international visitors for its cultural and spiritual significance.

Witnesses described their shock at the attack and emphasized Stonehenge's importance as an ancient monument visited worldwide for education and spiritual experiences.

Legal proceedings at Salisbury Crown Court have revealed that the activists' actions could be classified as causing 'serious harm,' including physical damage and emotional distress, with evidence indicating plans for widespread online dissemination to garner publicity.

The protesters crossed boundary ropes and targeted the protected site, which is a significant prehistoric monument in Wiltshire, England, built around 5,000 years ago.

Police arrested Naidu and Lynch at the scene, and forensic evidence linked Watson to the incident; all three deny the charges as the trial continues.

Prosecutors argued that the protest caused damage to a nationally protected historic site and was a deliberate act of vandalism intended to make a statement, with the activists accused of trespassing and causing public nuisance.

While the activists claim they acted to raise awareness about climate change, prosecutors contend their actions were planned to cause distress, annoyance, and inconvenience, with evidence of online dissemination efforts.