Clashes Erupt Outside Iranian Embassy in London, Dozens Detained

By Amanuel Janberu
Published on 01/17/26

Protesters outside the Iranian Embassy in London clashed with police on Friday, leading to multiple arrests and injuries, authorities said.

According to police, demonstrators attempted to provoke disorder, with one individual detained while exiting the embassy carrying a banner. Several participants were reported injured, and law enforcement placed numerous attendees under surveillance as the situation unfolded.

Officers confirmed that many demonstrators were identified and documented during the protest. The gathering comes a week after another demonstration at the same site, which focused on opposing an Iranian official document and drew historical resonance with events of the 1979 European revolution.

The incident highlights ongoing tensions surrounding Iranian diplomatic missions in Europe, with protests increasingly reflecting both domestic and international grievances.