Major operation in London Man climbs Big Ben barefoot

On Saturday, a man climbed Big Ben in London. Many emergency services are on site.

On Saturday, a man climbed Big Ben in London, as various photos and videos on social media show.

The man stands barefoot several meters high on a ledge and holds a Palestinian flag.

The road under the clock tower is closed because of the attack, and the police and fire department are on site with a large contingent. "Officers are at the scene and are working to bring the incident to a safe end. They are being supported by the London Fire Brigade and London Ambulance Service," a Metropolitan Police spokesman told the British media.

Meanwhile, a fire engine has raised a working platform to the same height as the man on the tower. Three people are standing on the crane and appear to be talking to the man, who is standing several meters away, writes "Bild".