URGENT UPDATE: The statue of Sir Winston Churchill in Parliament Square, London, has been defaced with graffiti labeling the former Prime Minister a “Zionist war criminal“. The vandalism, which occurred early Friday morning, also features phrases such as “Stop the Genocide” and “Free Palestine” sprayed in bold red paint across the bronze sculpture.
Authorities report that further graffiti includes the slogans “Never Again is Now” and “Globalise the Intifada.” The statue has been cordoned off for cleaning as police investigate the incident.
This act of vandalism comes amid heightened tensions following recent violent events, including the Bondi Beach terror attack and the October attack at the Heaton Park synagogue in Manchester. In response to these incidents, both the Metropolitan Police and Greater Manchester Police announced in December that anyone chanting “Globalise the Intifada” would face arrest.
The Metropolitan Police and Westminster City Council have been contacted for further comments on this developing situation. The public is advised to stay informed as authorities respond to this act of vandalism, which has sparked significant outrage and debate regarding its implications.
As this story unfolds, it highlights the ongoing tensions related to global political issues and their local manifestations. Share your thoughts and stay tuned for more updates as police and city officials respond to these urgent developments.
