Thousands of peaceful protesters have gathered in London and across Europe for the second consecutive weekend, protesting the death of George Floyd and systemic racism in the United States and around the world.
Activists filled Parliament Square in the British capital on Saturday, defying calls from the government and police that people should stay home to limit the spread of Covid-19.Crowds joined together to chant Floyd's name and"Black Lives Matter," at one point all taking a knee in unison. "I feel that what happened in the US was just a spark, that sparked everywhere ...
And it comes despite warnings from politicians that mass gatherings should not take place while the country is in lockdown."I completely understand people's desire to express their views and to have that right to protest, but the fact of the matter is, we are in a health pandemic across the United Kingdom," UK Home Secretary Priti Patel said Saturday during an interview with Sky News."I would say to those that want to protest, please don't," she added.
Brasil Últimas Notícias, Brasil Manchetes
Similar News:Você também pode ler notícias semelhantes a esta que coletamos de outras fontes de notícias.
Thousands attend Black Lives Matter demonstration in LondonProtests following the death of George Floyd, a black man who pleaded that he couldn't breathe while he was held down with a knee by a former Minneapolis police officer, continue. Follow here for the latest updates.
Consulte Mais informação »
Zoë Kravitz Joins London Black Lives Matter Protest as Dad Lenny Says 'That's My Girl!'Zoe Kravitz has been vocal about calling for justice for the death of George Floyd
Consulte Mais informação »
John Boyega gives an emotional speech during a Black Lives Matter protest in London'Black lives have always mattered,' actor John Boyega proclaimed in an emotional speech. 'We have always been important. We have always meant something. We have always succeeded regardless—and now is the time.'
Consulte Mais informação »
‘Black Lives Have Always Mattered’—6 Powerful Calls to Action From John Boyega’s London Protest SpeechThe British actor delivered an era-defining speech to the thousands that gathered peacefully at the Black Lives Matter protest in London’s Hyde Park this week—here are his six powerful calls to action.
Consulte Mais informação »
John Boyega Delivers Emotional Speech Rallying Protestors in LondonBoth Lucasfilm and Mark Hamill spoke out in support of John Boyega after clips of his emotional speech in London went viral
Consulte Mais informação »
Vatican Arrests Suspect in London Real-Estate ScandalThe Vatican announced the arrest of an Italian businessman in connection with a financial scandal over the Holy See’s investments in London real estate
Consulte Mais informação »