Diplomatic Tensions Rise as Pro-Khalistan Activist Disrupts External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar's London Engagement

Brief by Shorts91NewsDesk / 11:49am on 07 Mar 2025,Friday India Global

During External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar's visit to London, a significant security breach occurred outside Chatham House. A pro-Khalistan protester broke through police barricades, attempted to obstruct Jaishankar's convoy, and desecrated the Indian flag before being swiftly apprehended by Metropolitan Police officers. The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) condemned the actions of this small group of separatists and extremists, deploring the misuse of democratic freedoms and urging the host government to uphold its diplomatic obligations. In response, the UK's Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office labeled the incident as "completely unacceptable," reaffirming their commitment to ensuring the security of all diplomatic visitors in line with international obligations.

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