LONDON : Police in the United Kingdom have arrested six individuals following an incident outside the Iranian Embassy in London where protesters were reportedly assaulted.

In a statement, the Metropolitan Police Service said that two individuals were injured in the attack and transported to hospital for treatment.

“While initial assessments were being carried out, the area was cordoned off by police,” the statement said. “Six individuals have been arrested on suspicion of causing grievous bodily harm and remain in custody.”

A spokesperson for the London Ambulance Service said they received a report of the assault at 09:56 local time. Paramedics and rapid response teams were dispatched to the scene.

“We treated two patients at the scene and transported one to hospital and the other to a major trauma centre,” the spokesperson added.

The incident occurred on the eighth day of escalating conflict that began with Israeli attacks on Iran.

Photos and videos shared on social media showed two individuals receiving oxygen and medical attention on stretchers, while alleged attackers were seen being handcuffed and taken away by police.

Background: Ongoing Conflict Between Israel and Iran

On June 13, Israel launched large-scale attacks on Iran, targeting nuclear facilities and senior military leadership. The attacks killed Iran’s Chief of General Staff, the Commander-in-Chief of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps, several senior officers, and nine nuclear scientists.

According to Iran’s Ministry of Health, the death toll from Israeli attacks has reached 224 civilians, with more than 1,277 injured.

In retaliation, Iran launched ballistic missile strikes against Israel, reportedly killing 25 people and injuring over 500.

Turkey and several other countries have strongly condemned Israel’s actions.