Chaos erupted in London as pro-Palestine protesters clashed with Metropolitan Police officers outside the Israeli embassy, with demonstrators hurling bottles and fireworks at law enforcement. The violent scenes unfolded amid heightened tensions over the ongoing conflict in Gaza.
Police Under Attack as Tensions Flare
Officers in riot gear were forced to hold the line as aggressive demonstrators targeted them with projectiles. Witnesses reported seeing fireworks launched directly at police lines, while bottles and other debris were thrown in chaotic scenes.
Embassy Standoff Escalates
The protest, which began as a peaceful demonstration, quickly turned violent as hundreds gathered near the Israeli diplomatic mission in Kensington. Police established cordons to protect the embassy building as tensions reached boiling point.
Political Fallout Expected
The clashes come amid growing political debate in the UK about the government's stance on the Israel-Gaza conflict. Security sources suggest further demonstrations are likely in coming days, with authorities preparing for potential escalation.
Eyewitness accounts:
- "I saw fireworks being shot straight at police officers' faces" - Local resident
- "The noise was deafening, it felt like a war zone" - Business owner nearby
- "Protesters were climbing on buses and street furniture" - Journalist at scene
