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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: Hundreds Gather for Anti-Immigration Protest in Southampton, Facing Counter Protesters

Hundreds of right-wing protesters, led by Tommy Robinson, took to the streets of Southampton on Sunday, October 26, to voice concerns about illegal immigration, facing counter-protesters from the 'Stand Up To Racism', prompting police to intervene to keep the two groups apart.

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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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UK: Protest at Sheffield Over Global Sumud Flotilla Interception

Demonstrators gathered at Sheffield station in England on Thursday, 2 October, to protest against Israel’s interception of the Global Sumud Flotilla and the terror attack on the Manchester Synagogue.

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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: Protest Resume at Epping’s Bell Hotel Amid Asylum Housing Dispute

Protesters gathered outside The Bell Hotel in Epping on Sunday, August 24, opposing plans to house asylum seekers, just days after the council obtained a temporary injunction halting the proposal. The video depicts the protest escalating from peaceful to a scene involving smoke.

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UK: Clashes Erupt at Anti-Immigration Protests in Bristol

On Saturday, August 23, nationwide anti-immigration protests sparked clashes with police and counter-demonstrators, leading to arrests in Bristol, Liverpool, and Surrey, amid rising tensions over hotels housing asylum seekers.

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UK: Anti-Immigration and Counter Protests Held Amid Home Office Appeal

Anti-immigration and counter-protests took place across England as the Home Office announced plans to appeal against the court order that blocked asylum seekers from being housed in a hotel in Epping. This video shows the protest taking place in Chichester on Friday, August 22.

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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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UK: Thousands Protest Migrant Housing Plans in Waterlooville

About 2,000 people protested in Waterlooville, South East England on Wednesday, July 30 against plans to house 35 asylum seekers in town-center apartments. Protesters and local MPs, including Suella Braverman, oppose the plan, fearing single men will be housed despite official claims it’s for families. Demonstrators criticized the council and chanted for migrants to be sent home.

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UK: Jewish, Pro-Israel Supporters Hold “March Against Extremism” in Brighton

More than 200 Jewish and pro-Israel supporters marched through Brighton on Sunday, July 27, to demand immediate government action on anti-Jewish racism and the release of hostages held by Hamas for over 600 days.

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UK: Anti-Migrant Protesters March From Bell Hotel to Council Offices in Epping 2

Protests over The Bell Hotel, which houses asylum seekers, in Epping, Essex, continued on Thursday, July 24. Demonstrators marched outside the hotel accompanied by police to the civic centre.

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UK: Anti-Migrant Protesters March From Bell Hotel to Council Offices in Epping

Protests over The Bell Hotel, which houses asylum seekers, continued in Epping, Essex, on Thursday, July 24. Demonstrators, accompanied by police, marched from the hotel to the council offices.

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UK: Anti-Immigration Protest in Epping Ends in Clashes With Riot Police 2

Hundreds gathered for an anti-immigration protest outside The Bell Hotel, which houses asylum seekers, in Epping, Essex, on Thursday, July 17. The protest was mostly peaceful, but violence later erupted as far-right supporters clashed with riot police during a counter-demonstration by anti-racism activists.

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UK: Anti-Immigration Protest in Epping Ends in Clashes With Riot Police

Hundreds gathered for an anti-immigration protest outside The Bell Hotel, which houses asylum seekers, in Epping, Essex, on Thursday, July 17. The protest was mostly peaceful, but violence later erupted as far-right supporters clashed with riot police during a counter-demonstration by anti-racism activists.

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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: Unrest Erupts in Ballymena Following Protest Over Alleged Sexual Assault

Tensions flared in Ballymena, Northern Ireland, on Monday evening, June 9, after a protest related to an alleged sexual assault on a teenage girl in the town drew a large crowd and prompted clashes with police. According to a police statement, several objects were thrown at officers as the situation escalated into public disorder. Authorities also reported damage to multiple properties in the area.

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UK: ‘Great March for Palestine’ Takes Place in Northern Ireland

On Saturday, June 7, the "Great March for Palestine" took place between Lurgan and Newry in Northern Ireland. While the march itself drew peaceful participation, unnotified counter-protests nearby led to several arrests and police warnings.

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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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UK: Farmers Stage Tractor Protest Over Inheritance Tax Changes

Farmers staged tractor protest outside the parliament on Monday, February 10, against the Labour Party's proposed changes to inheritance tax rules.

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Storm Eowyn Brings Strong Winds To Parts Of UK And Ireland 6

Storm Eowyn brought strong winds to parts of UK and Ireland on Friday, January 24, prompting rare red weather warnings in both countries. Schools and businesses were closed due to expected disruptions, with several flights canceled at Belfast City Airport.

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Ceasefire And Hostage Deal Protest - Tel Aviv

UK Ambassador to Israel, Simon Walters, makes a speech among families of hostages during an anti-government protest where demonstrators called for a ceasefire and a hostage swap deal on January 11, 2025, outside the Israeli Defence Ministry headquarters in Tel Aviv, Israel. Photo by Ori Aviram/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM