Gaza Protests in London Cost Over £32 Million in Policing

As hundreds of thousands are expected to march, concerns rise over hate crimes and the impact on democratic governance.

Gaza protests in London have cost over £32 million in policing, amid ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas.
Hundreds of thousands expected to march in London, with policing requiring significant resources and officer shifts.
Government officials and organizers express concern over antisemitic and anti-Muslim hate crimes, and the safety of Jewish and Muslim communities.
Counter-protests organized in response to perceived antisemitism and fear among Jewish residents.
UK faces challenges with Islamist-led street presence, influencing public space and potentially impacting democratic governance.