jan 18, 2025 - 70+ Arrested at London Protest Against War

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More than 70 pro-Palestinian demonstrators were arrested in central London on Saturday on suspicion of breaching protest conditions after some allegedly broke through a police line as they marched from a rally in Whitehall.

Thousands of people had gathered to protest Israel’s 15-month war in Gaza, a day after a ceasefire deal was agreed with Hamas, with signs saying “Stop arming Israel” and “Free Palestine”.

The crowds were initially blocked from marching up Whitehall towards Trafalgar Square by a line of police, but some protesters broke through to advance toward the London landmark.

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