04 Apr 2024 | 05:38 PM UTC
UK: Activist plan to march in central London 15:00 April 5
Activists to stage rally and march in central London from 15:00 April 5; a counter-demonstration planned. Increased security likely.
Activists plan to gather and march through central London for Al-Quds Day on April 5; the rally, organized by the Islamic Human Rights Commission, aims to denounce the ongoing conflict in the Middle East. Participants will gather at the Home Office at 2 Marsham Street from 15:00 and march to Downing Street. Tens of thousands of people will likely participate.
London's Jewish community members have reportedly organized a counter-protest that will also occur from 15:00 in response to the Al-Quds march. The location of the counter-protest remains unconfirmed.
Authorities will likely deploy increased security. Road travel and transport disruptions are likely near the protest sites. Occasional scuffles could occur between law enforcement officers, protesters, and opposing rally participants.
Avoid the demonstrations as a precaution. Leave the areas at the first sign of a security disturbance. Consider taking alternative routes to circumvent the affected areas and any disruptions. Adhere to all instructions issued by local authorities.
Al-Quds Day is an annual gathering held on the last Friday of the Islamic holy month of Ramadan, held around the world to show support for Palestinians. The event is, usually, largely peaceful. However, the ongoing conflict in the Middle East has caused opposing factions to polarize, leading to occasional violence during rallies supporting either side in the conflict.
