Police probe Bobby Vylan-led chants at London Al Quds Day rally
London police are investigating chants of 'death to the IDF' led by musician Bobby Vylan at the Al Quds Day protest in central London. The event followed a month-long ban on the annual march due to public disorder fears, with around 1,000 officers deployed and 12 arrests across both sides. The CPS will decide on charging if evidence meets the threshold, while authorities emphasise that hateful or threatening conduct can be prosecutable. The protest featured pro-Palestinian demonstrations and counter-protests, with organizers framing it as pro-Palestinian and police highlighting supporters of the Iranian regime.