Unprecedented Police Operation Set for Protests in London
London police are preparing an unprecedented operation to manage two major protests — an anti-immigration rally and a pro-Palestinian march — scheduled for this weekend. With a history of recent antisemitic attacks and raised terrorism threat levels, authorities aim to prevent violence using extensive police resources.
In a bid to avert violence during the weekend's large-scale protests in London, police are gearing up for an 'unprecedented' operation. Scheduled for Saturday, the twin demonstrations include an anti-immigration rally led by controversial activist Tommy Robinson and a pro-Palestinian march marking Nakba Day.
With London's terrorism threat level heightened and recent antisemitic attacks causing concern, Deputy Assistant Commissioner James Harman announced plans to deploy 4,000 officers. Backed by helicopters and armed units, the police aim to use assertive measures to maintain order during the protests.
British authorities, wary of further unrest, are taking preventive steps, including banning foreign far-right agitators from entering the UK. Prime Minister Keir Starmer emphasized the need to be mindful of potential hooliganism linked to Robinson's supporters as tensions mount in the capital.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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