SaralnamaNOTICE:, London police arrested over 400 people at a pro-Palestine protest. About 1,500 gathered with signs supporting Palestine Action. Police quickly began arrests as crowds chanted. The 8-hour protest led to 425+ arrests. 25+ face assault or public order charges. Others held under Terrorism Act. Some clashes occurred. Police reported injuries from protesters. Organisers disputed this. A blind man said he'd keep protesting despite prior arrest. UN criticised UK's approach. Palestine Action's co-founder called the ban on their group a threat to free speech. A separate march drew 20,000 people. (Updated 7 Sep 2025, 17:14 IST; source: link)
Key Points
- NOTICE:, London police arrested over 400 people at a pro-Palestine protest
- About 1,500 gathered with signs supporting Palestine Action
- Police quickly began arrests as crowds chanted