London: Seven men have been charged with grievous bodily harm following an alleged assault on two individuals outside the Iranian embassy during a protest. Officers from the Metropolitan Police responded to reports of an altercation at Princes Gate in Knightsbridge, west London, shortly after 09:50 BST on Friday.
According to BBC, the officers intervened and additional police resources were deployed to manage the situation. The individuals charged hail from various parts of the country, including London, Liverpool, and Birmingham. An eighth person who was arrested remains in the hospital and has been granted bail.
In response to the incident, conditions have been implemented to prevent further disorder at the embassy. These measures restrict protesters from gathering in the area until 13:00 BST on Sunday.