Hundreds march through London in pro-Israel protest
Summary
Hundreds of people marched in London to show support for Israel and demand the release of hostages in Gaza. The protest was led by the UK's chief rabbi and a Jewish action group, with demonstrators holding Israeli flags and signs of hostages. There were minor clashes with pro-Palestinian supporters, and police arrested one man for assault and public order offenses.Key Facts
- Hundreds of pro-Israel demonstrators marched in central London.
- The protest was to demand the release of hostages held in Gaza.
- UK's chief rabbi Ephraim Mirvis and the group Stop The Hate led the march.
- Some protesters disagreed with the UK's intent to recognize a Palestinian state.
- A man was arrested for assault and a racially aggravated offense during the protest.
- Minor scuffles occurred near Trafalgar Square with pro-Palestinian supporters.
- Jewish groups noted a rise in antisemitic incidents in the UK since October 7, 2023.
- 251 people were initially taken hostage on October 7 during Hamas-led attacks on Israel.
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