what happened in london today

Today in London, on September 13th, 2025, a massive anti-immigration protest took place, organized by far-right activist Tommy Robinson under the banner "Unite the Kingdom." Over 100,000 demonstrators gathered, leading to violent clashes with police. The protests turned chaotic with flares, tear gas, and physical assaults on officers—26 police officers were injured, including four seriously, and at least 25 protesters were arrested. The rally sparked confrontations with a counter-protest of around 5,000 anti-racism advocates, with police deploying about 1,000 officers to keep the groups apart. The event escalated to a tense and warzone-like atmosphere in central London, with clashes erupting near key landmarks such as the Houses of Parliament and Big Ben. The protest was characterized by significant support for Robinson, with calls for expulsion of asylum seekers and a cultural revolution. The police have identified more individuals involved for prosecution following the unrest.