Palestine Action activist Teuta Hoxha ended her 60-day hunger strike in the United Kingdom on Monday, following concerns about her deteriorating health and allegations of inadequate medical treatment while incarcerated. Hoxha, 29, was demanding immediate bail and a fair trial related to her activism with the pro-Palestinian group.

Prisoners For Palestine, a support organization, stated on Instagram that Hoxha's condition was serious and required hospitalization. The group alleged that prison authorities had denied her proper medical care, specifically highlighting the risk of refeeding syndrome, a potentially fatal metabolic disturbance that can occur when nutrition is reintroduced too quickly after a period of starvation. "Hoxha needs urgent medical care in hospital to prevent refeeding syndrome. The prison is refusing her medical treatment, which is required to prevent death in extreme cases of starvation," the group wrote.

Refeeding syndrome occurs because prolonged starvation causes the body to shift into a state of metabolic conservation, depleting electrolytes and altering hormone levels. When food is reintroduced, the sudden shift back to normal metabolism can overwhelm the system, leading to potentially life-threatening complications such as cardiac arrhythmias, respiratory failure, and neurological problems. Medical professionals typically manage refeeding syndrome with a carefully controlled and gradual increase in caloric intake, along with close monitoring of electrolyte levels and vital signs.

Dr. Emily Carter, a physician specializing in nutritional rehabilitation, explained that "the risks associated with refeeding after a prolonged hunger strike are significant and require specialized medical expertise. Close monitoring of electrolytes, cardiac function, and fluid balance is crucial to prevent serious complications."

Hoxha's activism is linked to Palestine Action, a group that has staged protests against companies they accuse of supporting Israeli policies. A demonstration was held in Cardiff, Wales, in November 2025, protesting what the group describes as Israel's genocide in Gaza.

The specific charges against Hoxha and the details of her trial have not been fully disclosed. It remains unclear what specific medical interventions are being provided to Hoxha following the cessation of her hunger strike. Her current location and condition are also not known at this time.