India Summons UK Chargé D’ Affaires After EAM Jaishankar’s Security Breach In London

New Delhi: Ministry of External Affairs on Thursday summoned the British chargé d’affaires to lodge a protest against the breach of India's EAM S Jaishankar’s security by pro-Khalistan supporters in London.

The External Affairs Minister (EAM) attended a public event at Chatham House, and as he was leaving the venue late on Wednesday evening, a group of protesters assembled across the road, displaying flags associated with the Sikh separatist movement. 

One protester breached the security cordon and ripped an Indian flag right in front of Jaishankar's vehicle.

MEA Summons British Diplomat

Earlier, India also condemned “provocative activities" and  attempt made by Khalistani protesters to heckle EAM Jaishankar when he was leaving the Chatham House think tank in London.

MEA spokesperson said, “We have seen the footage of a breach of security during the visit of EAM to the UK. We condemn the provocative activities of this small group of separatists and extremists."

"We deplore the misuse of democratic freedoms by such elements. We expect the host government in such cases to fully live up to their diplomatic obligations," it added.

UK Condemns Pro-Khalistan Security Breach

The United Kingdom (UK) has condemned the security breach of India's External Affairs Minister (EAM) S Jaishankar in London by pro-Khalistan supporters.

The incident raised sharp security concerns, following which the UK’s Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) spokesperson responded as saying, “We strongly condemn the incident that took place outside the Chatham House yesterday during the External Affairs Minister’s visit to the UK. While the UK upholds the right to peaceful protest, any attempts to intimidate, threaten, or disrupt public events are completely unacceptable. "

"The Metropolitan Police acted swiftly to address the situation, and we remain fully committed to ensuring the security of all our diplomatic visitors, in line with our international obligations." it added.