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Protest against Chinese embassy transfer in London

Protesters rally in central London on Jan. 17, 2026, following China planning to build its largest embassy in Europe in the British capital.

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UK: Thousands Join ‘Free Iran’ March in London to Demand IRGC Proscription 4

A huge crowd of Iranians and supporters marched through central London on Sunday, January 18, to protest against the Islamic Republic of Iran regime. Protesters called on the UK government to proscribe the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), close the Iranian embassy, and sever diplomatic ties with Tehran.

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UK: Thousands Join ‘Free Iran’ March in London to Demand IRGC Proscription

A huge crowd of Iranians and supporters marched through central London on Sunday, January 18, to protest against the Islamic Republic of Iran regime. Protesters called on the UK government to proscribe the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), close the Iranian embassy, and sever diplomatic ties with Tehran."

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UK: Police Clash With Protesters at Iranian Embassy in London After Flag Removal 2

Police violently clashed with demonstrators outside the Iranian Embassy in London on Friday, January 16, after an activist scaled the building to remove the Islamic Republic's flag, leaving several officers injured. Authorities arrested a dozen of people for violent disorder and trespass.

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UK: Police Clash With Protesters at Iranian Embassy in London After Flag Removal

Police violently clashed with demonstrators outside the Iranian Embassy in London on Friday, January 16, after an activist scaled the building to remove the Islamic Republic's flag, leaving several officers injured. Authorities arrested a dozen of people for violent disorder and trespass.

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UK: Protester Replaces Iranian Flag With Pre-Revolution Flag at Iranian Embassy in London

Protester replaced Iranian flag with pre-revolution flag at Embassy in London twice in a row. Videos posted on social media show a man climbing onto the balcony of the Iranian Embassy, removing the official flag, and replacing the pre-1979 revolution flag featuring the lion and sun. The Metropolitan Police confirmed that officers responded to the scene and made two arrests on Saturday, January 10. This is the second replacement on Sunday, January 11.

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UK: Farmers Drive Tractors Into Central London for Budget Day Protest Despite Ban 3

Farmers drove tractors into Westminster on Budget day despite a police ban, protesting Chancellor Rachel Reeves’ plan to impose a 20% inheritance tax on farmland and agricultural businesses worth over £1 million. More than a dozen tractors, some with slogans like “Fools vote Labour,” caused traffic disruptions while police monitored the demonstration. The protest highlights farmers’ fears over rising costs, market pressures, and threats to their livelihoods.

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UK: Farmers Drive Tractors Into Central London for Budget Day Protest Despite Ban 2

Farmers drove tractors into Westminster on Budget day despite a police ban, protesting Chancellor Rachel Reeves’ plan to impose a 20% inheritance tax on farmland and agricultural businesses worth over £1 million. More than a dozen tractors, some with slogans like “Fools vote Labour,” caused traffic disruptions while police monitored the demonstration. The protest highlights farmers’ fears over rising costs, market pressures, and threats to their livelihoods.

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UK: Farmers Drive Tractors Into Central London for Budget Day Protest Despite Ban

Farmers drove tractors into Westminster on Budget day despite a police ban, protesting Chancellor Rachel Reeves’ plan to impose a 20% inheritance tax on farmland and agricultural businesses worth over £1 million. More than a dozen tractors, some with slogans like “Fools vote Labour,” caused traffic disruptions while police monitored the demonstration. The protest highlights farmers’ fears over rising costs, market pressures, and threats to their livelihoods.

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UK: Thousands Protest Digital ID Plan Over Privacy Concerns in London 4

On Saturday, October 18, thousands marched from Marble Arch to Whitehall in London to protest the government’s proposed “BritCard” digital ID system, citing privacy concerns and potential surveillance. The plan, set to be mandatory by 2029 for verifying work eligibility, has drawn over 2.8 million petition signatures and opposition from around 50 Labour MPs. Authorities argue the system will prevent illegal work and improve service efficiency.

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UK: Thousands Protest Digital ID Plan Over Privacy Concerns in London 3

On Saturday, October 18, thousands marched from Marble Arch to Whitehall in London to protest the government’s proposed “BritCard” digital ID system, citing privacy concerns and potential surveillance. The plan, set to be mandatory by 2029 for verifying work eligibility, has drawn over 2.8 million petition signatures and opposition from around 50 Labour MPs. Authorities argue the system will prevent illegal work and improve service efficiency.

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UK: Thousands Protest Digital ID Plan Over Privacy Concerns in London 2

On Saturday, October 18, thousands marched from Marble Arch to Whitehall in London to protest the government’s proposed “BritCard” digital ID system, citing privacy concerns and potential surveillance. The plan, set to be mandatory by 2029 for verifying work eligibility, has drawn over 2.8 million petition signatures and opposition from around 50 Labour MPs. Authorities argue the system will prevent illegal work and improve service efficiency.

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UK: Thousands Protest Digital ID Plan Over Privacy Concerns in London

On Saturday, October 18, thousands marched from Marble Arch to Whitehall in London to protest the government’s proposed “BritCard” digital ID system, citing privacy concerns and potential surveillance. The plan, set to be mandatory by 2029 for verifying work eligibility, has drawn over 2.8 million petition signatures and opposition from around 50 Labour MPs. Authorities argue the system will prevent illegal work and improve service efficiency.

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Pro-Palestine rally in London

Police officers confront demonstrators in London on Oct. 4, 2025, as they protest over the British government's ban on Palestine Action.

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Pro-Palestine rally in London

Police officers confront demonstrators in London on Oct. 4, 2025, as they protest over the British government's ban on Palestine Action.

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Pro-Palestine rally in London

Demonstrators hold placards during a rally in London on Oct. 4, 2025, in protest over the British government's ban on Palestine Action.

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UK: Londoners Protest at Downing Street Over Gaza Aid Flotilla 3

On Thursday, 2 October 2025, thousands of people gathered at Downing Street in London to protest against Israel’s interference with the Global Sumud Flotilla and the UK government’s perceived inaction. The flotilla, carrying food, baby formula, and other essential supplies to Gaza, had been intercepted by Israeli naval forces.

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UK: Londoners Protest at Downing Street Over Gaza Aid Flotilla 2

On Thursday, 2 October 2025, thousands of people gathered at Downing Street in London to protest against Israel’s interference with the Global Sumud Flotilla and the UK government’s perceived inaction. The flotilla, carrying food, baby formula, and other essential supplies to Gaza, had been intercepted by Israeli naval forces.

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UK: Londoners Protest at Downing Street Over Gaza Aid Flotilla

On Thursday, 2 October 2025, thousands of people gathered at Downing Street in London to protest against Israel’s interference with the Global Sumud Flotilla and the UK government’s perceived inaction. The flotilla, carrying food, baby formula, and other essential supplies to Gaza, had been intercepted by Israeli naval forces. The demonstration faced additional challenges when Westminster Tube station was closed around 5:30 p.m. due to a reported “fire alert.” As a result, many protesters made their way from Green Park and Piccadilly stations on foot, chanting slogans and carrying banners as they marched toward Downing Street.

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UK: Anti-Trump Protest Erupts in London During Second State Visit 2

Thousands gathered in central London on Wednesday, September 17, during US President Donald Trump’s second UK state visit to protest against racism, his policies, and US arms sales to Israel, with demonstrators carrying placards reading “No to Trump” and “Stop arming Israel.”

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UK: Anti-Trump Protest Erupts in London During Second State Visit

Thousands gathered in central London on Wednesday, September 17, during US President Donald Trump’s second UK state visit to protest against racism, his policies, and US arms sales to Israel, with demonstrators carrying placards reading “No to Trump” and “Stop arming Israel.”

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UK: Tommy Robinson Leads Massive Far-Right March in London 2

On September 14, 2025, tens of thousands of people marched through central London in a far-right rally organized by Tommy Robinson under the banner “Unite the Kingdom,” with the Metropolitan Police estimating up to 150,000 attendees. The march triggered clashes with police, who reported 26 officers injured—four seriously—after some protesters threw bottles and other projectiles. Around 24 people were arrested. A counter-protest of about 5,000 people, organized by Stand Up To Racism, was held nearby.

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UK: Tommy Robinson Leads Massive Far-Right March in London

On September 14, 2025, tens of thousands of people marched through central London in a far-right rally organized by Tommy Robinson under the banner “Unite the Kingdom,” with the Metropolitan Police estimating up to 150,000 attendees. The march triggered clashes with police, who reported 26 officers injured—four seriously—after some protesters threw bottles and other projectiles. Around 24 people were arrested. A counter-protest of about 5,000 people, organized by Stand Up To Racism, was held nearby.

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UK: DSEI Arms Fair Sparks Pro-Palestine Protests in London

Hundreds of protesters gathered outside London’s ExCeL Centre for the biennial DSEI arms fair, chanting pro-Palestine slogans and displaying banners. The four-day event features over 1,600 exhibitors from more than 90 countries, including major Israeli defense firms and the US F-35 manufacturer. Three protesters were arrested, and the fair—heavily policed—is the first since Hamas’s October 2023 attack on Israel.

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UK: DSEI Arms Fair Sparks Pro-Palestine Protests in London 3

Hundreds of protesters gathered outside London’s ExCeL Centre for the biennial DSEI arms fair, chanting pro-Palestine slogans and displaying banners. The four-day event features over 1,600 exhibitors from more than 90 countries, including major Israeli defense firms and the US F-35 manufacturer. Three protesters were arrested, and the fair—heavily policed—is the first since Hamas’s October 2023 attack on Israel.

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UK: DSEI Arms Fair Sparks Pro-Palestine Protests in London 2

Hundreds of protesters gathered outside London’s ExCeL Centre for the biennial DSEI arms fair, chanting pro-Palestine slogans and displaying banners. The four-day event features over 1,600 exhibitors from more than 90 countries, including major Israeli defense firms and the US F-35 manufacturer. Three protesters were arrested, and the fair—heavily policed—is the first since Hamas’s October 2023 attack on Israel.

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UK: Protest at Downing Street Against Israeli President Herzog’s Visit

Thousands protested outside Downing Street on Tuesday, September 9, against Israeli President Isaac Herzog’s controversial UK visit. His three-day trip includes meetings with PM Starmer on Wednesday evening.

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UK: Mass Arrests as Hundreds Rally Against Palestine Action Ban in London 2

Nearly 900 people were arrested in London’s Parliament Square on Saturday, September 6 for supporting the banned activist group Palestine Action. Police said 857 were detained under the Terrorism Act and 33 for public order offenses, though campaigners insisted the rally was largely peaceful. Human rights groups condemned the arrests as misuse of terrorism laws, while the government defended its stance.

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UK: Mass Arrests as Hundreds Rally Against Palestine Action Ban in London

Nearly 900 people were arrested in London’s Parliament Square on Saturday, September 6 for supporting the banned activist group Palestine Action. Police said 857 were detained under the Terrorism Act and 33 for public order offenses, though campaigners insisted the rally was largely peaceful. Human rights groups condemned the arrests as misuse of terrorism laws, while the government defended its stance.

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UK: Hundreds Rally as Kneecap Rapper Mo Chara Faces London Court Over Flag Charge

Hundreds of supporters gathered outside Westminster Magistrates’ Court in London on Wednesday, August 20, as Liam Óg Ó hAnnaidh, known as Mo Chara from the Irish rap group Kneecap, appeared on charges of displaying a Hezbollah flag at a 2024 gig.

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Britain to proscribe Palestine Action

Supporters of Palestine Action protest in London on June 23, 2025, against the British government's move to proscribe it as a terrorist group after members sprayed red paint on military planes on June 20.

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Britain to proscribe Palestine Action

Supporters of Palestine Action protest in London on June 23, 2025, against the British government's move to proscribe it as a terrorist group after members sprayed red paint on military planes on June 20.

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UK: ‘Palestine Action’ Supporters Rally at Trafalgar Square After Protest Ban 4

Hundreds of Palestine Action supporters gathered south of Trafalgar Square in London on Monday, June 23, after the group was banned from protesting outside Parliament, resulting in clashes with police. According to reports, three people have been arrested.

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UK: ‘Palestine Action’ Supporters Rally at Trafalgar Square After Protest Ban 3

Hundreds of Palestine Action supporters gathered south of Trafalgar Square in London on Monday, June 23, after the group was banned from protesting outside Parliament, resulting in clashes with police. According to reports, three people have been arrested.

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UK: ‘Palestine Action’ Supporters Rally at Trafalgar Square After Protest Ban 2

Hundreds of Palestine Action supporters gathered south of Trafalgar Square in London on Monday, June 23, after the group was banned from protesting outside Parliament, resulting in clashes with police. According to reports, three people have been arrested.

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UK: ‘Palestine Action’ Supporters Rally at Trafalgar Square After Protest Ban

Hundreds of Palestine Action supporters gathered south of Trafalgar Square in London on Monday, June 23, after the group was banned from protesting outside Parliament, resulting in clashes with police. According to reports, three people have been arrested.

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UK: Hundreds Rally as Mo Chara Appears in Court Over Hezbollah Flag Incident

Hundreds of supporters gathered outside Westminster Magistrates’ Court in London on Thursday, June 18, as Mo Chara, a member of the rap group Kneecap, appeared on a charge related to the alleged display of a Hezbollah flag during a concert in November last year.

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UK: Protest Staged in London After India’s Airstrike on Pakistan

Protesters gathered outside the High Commission of India in London on Wednesday, May 7, in support of Pakistan, following India’s missile strikes in Pakistan and Pakistan-administered Kashmir.

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UK: Vigil In London To Mark 3rd Anniversary Of Russian Invasion Of Ukraine 2

A vigil was held at Trafalgar Square in London on February 24 to mark the third anniversary of Russia's invasion of Ukraine. The event drew over a thousand attendees, including MPs.

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UK: Vigil In London To Mark 3rd Anniversary Of Russian Invasion Of Ukraine

A vigil was held at Trafalgar Square in London on February 24 to mark the third anniversary of Russia's invasion of Ukraine. The event drew over a thousand attendees, including MPs.

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Protests Supporting Ukraine Across Europe Ahead Of Russian Invasion’s 3rd Anniversary 3

Protests supporting Ukraine were held in various cities across Europe on Sunday, February 23, a day before the three-year anniversary of Russia's full-scale invasion on Monday. This video shows a demonstration in Prague.

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Protests Supporting Ukraine Across Europe Ahead Of Russian Invasion’s 3rd Anniversary 2

Protests supporting Ukraine were held in various cities across Europe on Sunday, February 23, a day before the three-year anniversary of Russia's full-scale invasion on Monday. This video shows a demonstration in Utrecht expressing solidarity with Ukraine.

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Protests Supporting Ukraine Across Europe Ahead Of Russian Invasion’s 3rd Anniversary

Protests supporting Ukraine were held in various cities across Europe on Sunday, February 23, a day before the three-year anniversary of Russia's full-scale invasion on Monday. This video shows a demonstration in Utrecht expressing solidarity with Ukraine.

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