Protesters in the British city of Bristol have torn down a statue of 17th century slave trader Edward Colston and dumped it into the River Avon.
Images on social media show protesters appearing to kneel on Colston's neck, recalling the death of George Floyd in Minnesota on May 25 that has sparked worldwide protests against racism and police violence.
In London, thousands of people congregated around the US embassy for the second day running, making clear their message wasn't just aimed at the United States.
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