A small group of supporters of far-right leader Tommy Robinson clashed with police during a heated confrontation, escalating tensions. Enraged protesters attacked officers with bottles and whatever objects they could find. The incident occurred during the "Unite the Kingdom" rally, where over 1,000 police officers, equipped with helmets and riot gear, were deployed to control the chaos, authorities confirmed.26 Officers Injured, Serious Charges Filed.

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The violent clash left 26 police officers injured, with four sustaining serious injuries. Some officers suffered broken teeth, facial and nasal injuries, and spinal damage. Over 25 individuals have been arrested in connection with the incident, facing charges of violent conduct, assault, and property damage. The investigation is ongoing, police stated.Unexpected Crowd Size. While many attended to exercise their lawful right to protest, some deliberately engaged in violence. Protesters not only physically assaulted officers but also hurled verbal abuse. The rally saw an estimated 100,000 to 150,000 participants, far exceeding expectations. In response, a counter-protest organized by "Stand Up to Racism" under the banner "March Against Fascism" drew over 5,000 participants, according to police reports.

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Tommy Robinson, also known as Stephen Yaxley-Lennon, a nationalist and founder of the anti-Islam "English Defence League," is a prominent far-right figure in Britain. He framed the protest as a defense of free speech. The rally saw participation from European far-right leaders who expressed outrage over the perceived harm caused by immigration. "We are undergoing a great replacement of our European people by those from the South and Muslim culture. You and we are being colonized by our former colonies," said Eric Zemmour, a hardline French politician, during the event.