London Protestors Arrested During Gaza Freedom Flotilla Demonstration

London Protestors Arrested Outside UK Foreign Office On June 9th, 2025, a protest organized by the Gaza Freedom Flotilla outside the UK Foreign Office in London resulted in several arrests. A short video circulating online captures the moment police officers intervened, detaining protestors amidst a crowd. The video shows police in high-visibility vests surrounding and apprehending individuals. Shouts and the general commotion of a protest are audible in the background. One eyewitness, who wished to remain anonymous, stated, "The police response was swift and forceful. Many protestors were peacefully demonstrating, but the situation escalated quickly." Another protestor, identified as Sarah Jones, commented, "We were simply trying to raise awareness about the humanitarian crisis in Gaza. This arrest is an unacceptable silencing of our voices." The Metropolitan Police have yet to release an official statement regarding the arrests or the reasons behind the police intervention. The Gaza Freedom Flotilla has vowed to continue their protests to raise awareness of their cause. The incident highlights the ongoing tensions surrounding the Israeli-Palestinian conflict and the role of the UK in the region.