Summary
The UK Home Secretary, Shabana Mahmood, expressed concern over pro-Palestinian protests occurring after a terror attack in Manchester. She highlighted the tensions between supporting free protests and ensuring public safety. Following the protests, there were clashes with police, resulting in several arrests.
Key Facts
- Shabana Mahmood, the UK Home Secretary, spoke against pro-Palestinian protests after a terror attack in Manchester.
- The attack occurred outside a synagogue in Manchester, resulting in two deaths.
- Protests took place in central London, leading to clashes with police and 40 arrests.
- Mahmood suggested protesters reconsider their actions given the recent attack.
- She mentioned police powers to limit protests if they can't be managed safely.
- The UK's Chief Rabbi expressed concerns about the potential for antisemitism at the protests.
- There were calls for the government to more strictly control such demonstrations.
