Eight Arrested in Violent Clash Near Iranian Embassy

A violent clash outside the Iranian Embassy in Knightsbridge, London, resulted in eight men being arrested, with seven now charged with grievous bodily harm. The incident, involving both pro- and anti-Iranian regime protesters as well as pro-Israel demonstrators, occurred amid heightened tensions over Middle East conflicts. Two men, aged 37 and 39, suffered serious but non-life-threatening injuries; the 39-year-old is among the arrested and remains hospitalized on bail. Police cordoned off the area and imposed restrictions on gatherings until Sunday to prevent further unrest. All charged men, identified as Iranian nationals, are set to appear at Westminster Magistrates' Court. The embassy area remains a protest hotspot in the wake of Mahsa Amini’s death and ongoing disputes over Iranian policies.