Metropolitan Police Commissioner Sir Mark Rowley is under pressure to resign after Gideon Falter, head of Campaign Against Antisemitism, experienced a threat of arrest for being 'openly Jewish' near a pro-Palestine protest.

Rowley defended the sergeant's professional intent in the incident and criticized activists for attempting to intimidate officers and undermine the police force.

The commissioner has held crisis meetings with key figures including the home secretary, the mayor of London, and British Jewish groups, assuring them of the lawful management of protests and protection of the public.

Despite facing criticism, Rowley stands by the Met's protest management and has condemned claims that the force should be more restrictive without justification.

The Met has retracted its initial apology for the officer's language, asserting that being Jewish is not provocative and emphasizing the importance of safety for Jewish Londoners.

Rowley is set to meet with Jewish community leaders to address concerns, while the home secretary will question him on the use of police powers under the Public Order Act.

Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has confidence in Rowley but highlights the need for rebuilding trust with the Jewish community.

The Board of Deputies of British Jews has criticized the National Education Union for becoming a hostile environment for Jewish members post-Hamas attacks.