The American embassy in the Nine Elms area of London was in a state of security alert on Friday, after a suspicious package was found near the building. The British capital's police carried out a controlled explosion to dispose of the package as a precautionary measure. Several civilians who were inside the embassy were evacuated, while the staff remained inside during the investigations.

The police confirmed that investigations are ongoing, and security barriers will remain in place until the procedures are completed. No injuries have been reported, and the embassy stated in a statement that the situation has been contained with updates provided as they become available.

Gatwick Airport: No confirmed news of an emergency

Meanwhile, inquiries were circulating about security measures at Gatwick Airport, but no official reports confirming incidents or major emergencies have been issued there so far.