Protester Arrested After Scaling Big Ben with Palestinian Flag

The man spent over 16 hours on the Elizabeth Tower, prompting road closures, police negotiations, and heightened security concerns.

Daniel Day, 29, was arrested after climbing the Elizabeth Tower at the Palace of Westminster early Saturday morning while carrying a Palestinian flag.
The protester remained barefoot on a ledge for more than 16 hours before being brought down using a cherry picker after negotiations with emergency crews.
The incident caused significant disruption, including the closure of Westminster Bridge, cancellation of parliamentary tours, and heightened security scrutiny.
Supporters gathered nearby, chanting 'Free Palestine,' while the protester live-streamed parts of the event and voiced opposition to state violence and repression.
Questions have been raised about how the man bypassed security, with MPs calling for a review of parliamentary estate safety measures.