Masked protesters block roads around England's Port of Dover

Masked demonstrators wearing face coverings blocked several major arterial routes surrounding England’s Port of Dover on Saturday, causing significant traffic congestion and delaying ferry services. Police and local authorities responded by deploying officers to the scene, directing vehicles away from the affected streets and working to restore normal flow. No injuries were reported, and a small number of participants were detained for obstructing public highways.

The incident forms part of a series of recent protests targeting the busy cross‑channel hub, which handles millions of passengers and freight each year. Officials emphasized the importance of keeping the port operational while respecting the right to peaceful assembly, and they urged motorists to seek alternative routes until the roads were cleared. By late evening, traffic was largely restored and ferry departures resumed on schedule.