London’s streets turned into a protest battleground amid rising tensions over the Israel-Hamas conflict. The Metropolitan Police are now probing a bizarre stunt where demonstrators taped images of paragliders to their backs during a pro-Palestinian march.
Police Crack Down with Dispersal Order
The Met slapped down a Section 35 Dispersal Order from 6pm on October 14 until 6am October 15. The move targets anti-social behaviour and crime linked to the march through central London, where over 1,000 officers were deployed to keep watch.
Protesters Flood London Streets
- Thousands joined a pro-Palestinian rally amid the ongoing Israel-Hamas war.
- Flares in Palestinian colours—red, green, and black—lit up the route.
- Chants of “Free, free Palestine” echoed across the capital.
With Hamas classed as a banned terror group in the UK, the police warned supporters could face arrests.
Arrests Made Amid Rising Tensions
Seven protesters were detained on suspicion of offences ranging from public order crimes to criminal damage. Meanwhile, the curious “paraglider tape” stunt remains under active investigation by Scotland Yard.
The Met is keen to get to the bottom of these strange protest tactics as London authorities try to keep a lid on unrest sparked by foreign conflicts.
