what is the uk protest about

The UK protest is centered around a large far-right anti-immigration rally called "Unite the Kingdom," led by activist Tommy Robinson. It took place in London on September 13, 2025, attracting around 110,000 to 150,000 participants. The protest is against immigration and asylum seekers, with participants waving English and Union flags and chanting slogans like "we want our country back." It has a strong anti-migrant tone, with speeches pushing conspiracy theories about immigration being an "organized invasion" and replacement of European citizens. The event also featured provocative speeches from international far-right politicians and a virtual appearance by Elon Musk, who called for urgent government change and encouraged protesters to "fight back or perish." The protest led to violent clashes between demonstrators and police, injuring 26 officers and resulting in at least 25 arrests. The march was also met by a counter-protest of about 5,000 anti- racism campaigners. The UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer condemned the violence but affirmed the right to peaceful protest, emphasizing the country's foundation on tolerance and diversity. This protest reflects deep tensions in the UK around immigration, asylum policies, and far-right political mobilization, intensified by social media misinformation and extremist coordination.