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25 arrested for assaulting police at London march

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A massive London march organized by far-right activist Tommy Robinson, which drew up to 150,000 participants, descended into violence on Saturday after a small group of his supporters clashed with police who were separating them from a counter-protest.

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  • At least 25 people were arrested after assaulting police during a far-right march in London.
  • The march was organized by activist Tommy Robinson and saw clashes with a rival protest. 6s
  • At least 26 officers were injured, with four in critical condition. 20s
  • Authorities condemned the violence and stated more arrests are expected. 15s
  • Robinson described the march as an exercise of free speech. 1m 1s
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