Commenting on the challenge of policing a crowd of the size that was at the pro-Palestinian march seen today, Twist said that it had been made more difficult by the violence of far-right protesters: The debate over whether or not Palestine activists should march on Armistice Day centres on the balance of civil liberties and respect for the British war dead. The previous marches have been loud and passionate, whereas Armistice Day is traditionally a solemn occasion of remembrance.

Upon arrival, some activists “took the knee” and held a minute’s silence in solidarity with the Palestinian people. For cost savings, you can change your plan at any time online in the “Settings & Account” section. If you’d like to retain your premium access and save 20%, you can opt to pay annually at the end of the trial. Others had attended in the hope a strong turnout might precipitate a new political approach to the Israel-Palestine conflict. Tailor Shikha, 23, was not over confident. “If not, just please stop the siege of Gaza. Please.” They arrived early, stating they were there to protect monuments, but some were already intoxicated, aggressive and clearly looking for confrontation.

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There is maybe a smattering of people who think us marching on Armistice Day is inappropriate but we enjoy great public support. We understand we are marching in step with Scottish public opinion.

The protesters are calling for a ceasefire in the ongoing war in Gaza, but the UK Government has objected to pro-Palestinian marches taking place on the day of national commemoration for Britain’s war dead. Kadyrov's claims could not be independently verified, and estimates of the Chechen fighters deployed to Ukraine vary. Surely, this weekend when we remember the fallen, among whom are many of those who fought and helped to end the Holocaust, other demonstrations can pause to allow us all to do so quietly and in confidence.”It’s welcome that the police have confirmed that the march will be away from the Cenotaph and they will ensure that the timings do not conflict with any Remembrance events. There remains the risk of those who seek to divide society using this weekend as a platform to do so. That is what I discussed with the Metropolitan Police Commissioner in our meeting. The Commissioner has committed to keep the Met Police’s posture under constant review based on the latest intelligence about the nature of the protests. Anyone demanding a ceasefire should also be demanding the release of the hostages, as a meaningful step towards peace negotiations. But I haven’t seen that demand on a single placard to date. Both the march organisers and the Met have said the protest will avoid Whitehall, where the war memorial is located.