Two Met cops were seen removing posters of hostages held by Hamas from a chemist in Edgware, north London. The officers' actions have sparked controversy, with some calling it 'disgusting'. The Met has defended their actions, stating they were trying to prevent tensions from escalating.
Two Met cops were seen removing the posters from the shutters of Cullimore Chemist in Edgware , north London , on Sunday evening. The posters were of hostages taken from Israel and currently being held captive by Hamas . The officers' actions have been slammed as 'disgusting' by some, though the Met has defended its officers, saying they were acting to prevent the 'escalation of tensions' in the area.
Both people who reported the posters to us were concerned that it would escalate an already tense situation.
Met Police Posters Hostages Hamas Controversy Edgware London Tensions
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