U.K. Police Investigate Claims Drones Targeted Israeli Embassy in London
The New York Times • • world
Key Points:
- Kensington Gardens in central London was closed by police after a video surfaced online showing a group claiming to have targeted the nearby Israeli Embassy with drones carrying dangerous substances.
- The Metropolitan Police are investigating discarded items found in the park and have stated there is no current increased public safety risk or attack on the embassy.
- Officers, including some in protective clothing, were deployed as a precaution while the counterterrorism unit assesses the video’s authenticity and any connection to the items discovered.
- Security checks are ongoing, with the Israeli Foreign Ministry confirming all embassy staff are safe and no premises were attacked.
- Police cordons and visible protective measures remained in place near the embassy as inquiries continue.
