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India Condemns Security Breach During S Jaishankar's UK Visit

A pro-Khalistan protester breached security in London, prompting India to demand stronger action from the UK to uphold diplomatic obligations.

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Pro-Khalistan supporters stage a protest outside the venue where external affairs minister S Jaishankar participated in a discussion held by Chatham House, in London on Wednesday. (ANI)

Overview

  • A pro-Khalistan protester broke through police barricades and approached External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar's motorcade outside Chatham House in London.
  • The protester tore the Indian flag before being restrained by Metropolitan Police; no arrests have been confirmed so far.
  • India's Ministry of External Affairs strongly condemned the incident, describing it as a misuse of democratic freedoms by separatist and extremist elements.
  • The UK Foreign Office condemned the breach, calling any attempts to intimidate or disrupt public events unacceptable, and affirmed its commitment to ensuring diplomatic security.
  • The incident highlights ongoing tensions over pro-Khalistan activities in the UK, which India has repeatedly raised with British authorities in recent years.