Protesters in central London have caused multiple streets to be closed off this afternoon, as police enforce measures for the annual Al Quds protest and a counter protest by Stop The Hate. The Al Quds organizers were set to gather at Marble Arch and move towards Portland Place, with a rally planned to finish by 5.30pm. Chief Superintendent Stuart Bell emphasized the police’s role in facilitating peaceful protests while minimizing disruption to the wider community, as roads around Bond Street and Oxford Circus remain shut due to the demonstrations.
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British couple held in Iran over spy charges speak to family after 213 days
Lindsay and Craig Foreman, a British couple detained in Iran for espionage since January, have made contact with their family for the first time in 213 days, revealing they are held in separate prisons with worsening health conditions. Their son described the call as a significant emotional boost, while the couple's family maintains they are not spies and calls for action to secure their release. Want More Context? 🔎
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