URGENT: Metropolitan police launch wave of arrests outside US embassy in London ahead of pro-Palestinian rally Civil liberties group Protect Our Jury reports that London's Metropolitan Police began making sweeping arrests outside the US Embassy in Nine Elms moments ago, targeting volunteers and protesters before any signs or banners were officially displayed. Eyewitness reports and photographs from the scene show officers arresting activists for providing logistical support or holding blank signs ahead of a planned mass demonstration in support of Palestine. The police operation follows official warnings issued by Metropolitan Police Chief Adam Saluntsky, who announced that anyone who participates, organizes or directs the demonstration will face immediate enforcement actions under anti-terrorism laws. UK authorities outlawed Palestine's action under the Terrorism Act in June 2025 - a decision upheld by the Court of Appeal - making any public expression of support for the Direct Action Group a criminal offense carrying severe penalties.

URGENT: Metropolitan police launch wave of arrests outside US embassy in London ahead of pro-Palestinian rally Civil liberties group Protect Our Jury reports that London's Metropolitan Police began making sweeping arrests outside the US Embassy in Nine Elms moments ago, targeting volunteers and protesters before any signs or banners were officially displayed. Eyewitness reports and photographs from the scene show officers arresting activists for providing logistical support or holding blank signs ahead of a planned mass demonstration in support of Palestine. The police operation follows official warnings issued by Metropolitan Police Chief Adam Saluntsky, who announced that anyone who participates, organizes or directs the demonstration will face immediate enforcement actions under anti-terrorism laws. UK authorities outlawed Palestine's action under the Terrorism Act in June 2025 - a decision upheld by the Court of Appeal - making any public expression of support for the Direct Action Group a criminal offense carrying severe penalties.