🚨 Tensions flared in London this weekend as far-right protesters clashed with police during an anti-immigrant rally, resulting in 25 arrests. Over 100,000 people joined the controversial march, while 5,000 counter-protesters rallied under the banner of "Stand Up To Racism" – a stark divide that turned parts of the city into a battleground.
💂♂️ Police deployed a staggering 1,600 officers to maintain order, including 500 reinforcements from other regions. "This was one of our largest operations this year," a Met Police spokesperson said, describing scenes of heated confrontations near Parliament Square.
🌍 The clashes highlight growing global debates about immigration policies and social cohesion. While far-right groups claim they're "protecting British values," anti-racism activists argue such demonstrations fuel division. The scale of participation – equivalent to a major music festival crowd – shows how deeply these issues resonate.
📱 Gen-Z activists livestreamed the events, with TikTok videos of the clashes gaining millions of views overnight. As London grapples with this polarization, one thing's clear: the world is watching how democracies navigate these heated debates.
