Controlled Explosion at US Embassy in London: What We Know So Far

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Here's what we know so far:

  • Police in London carried out a controlled explosion near the US Embassy in the Nine Elms neighborhood after finding a suspicious package.
  • The embassy is located on a sprawling campus relatively far from most public roads and is surrounded by security fortifications.
  • London's Metropolitan Police and the US embassy have confirmed the incident and advised caution.
  • Cordons are in place in the area and inquiries are ongoing.
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