According the The Telegraph, man climbed the 100ft clock tower at London’s King’s Cross Station on Tuesday morning, unfurling a large flag that read:
«Iran belongs to its people» and «Freedom for Iran.»
The protester, who brought his dog with him, appeared to secure the flag by attaching it to a backpack before lowering it over the edge. Crowds gathered below as emergency services cordoned off the area. Fire crews deployed an aerial ladder platform in case they needed to intervene.
Witnesses expressed mixed reactions, with some concerned for the safety of the dog while others said such stunts were bound to continue as activists target iconic landmarks to highlight global issues.
The London Fire Brigade, Ambulance Service and British Transport Police all attended the scene. Police confirmed the incident was ongoing, with efforts focused on bringing it to a safe conclusion.
The demonstration follows tensions among Iranian activists in London, including a violent clash outside the Iranian embassy in June, which led to multiple arrests.
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