Police clash with far-right protesters, make arrests
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The “Unite the Kingdom” rally comes amid a surge of nationalism in the U.K., a far-right party topping the polls, and the murder of American conservative activist Charlie Kirk.
Tech billionaire Elon Musk appeared via video link to address crowds gathered in central London for the Tommy Robinson-led rally.
Police officers were assaulted during clashes with protesters at a "freedom of speech" festival in London, led by far-right activist Tommy Robinson, Scotland Yard has confirmed. The event, dubbed "Unite the Kingdom," drew an estimated 110,000 people to Whitehall, according to Metropolitan Police figures.
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The Metropolitan Police said far-right activists at the 'Unite the Kingdom' march 'attacked' it's police officers as 110,000 people descended on central London for the rally
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Police said that the shootings are linked to “ongoing criminal activities that are under investigation by our detectives.” London police believe three shootings within three weeks last month are linked as investigators released new details about incidents that left two men with injuries.