This is the dramatic moment, just 500 yards from where the armed police pounce on two men Barack Obama was giving a speech on COP26.
Several vehicles stopped the two suspects where they lay before more than a half-dozen officers handcuffed the two suspects, tossing them to the ground.
Today Mr. Obama Addresses Conference Delegates on the SEC Campus Glasgow To warn that ‘time is running out’ in the fight against climate change.
A witness to the play on St Vincent Street this morning at around 11.15 a.m. told MailOnline: ‘There was the sound of cars screaming and the “armed police” shouting.
Several vehicles stopped the two suspects where they lay before more than a half-dozen officers handcuffed the two suspects, tossing them to the ground.
A witness to the play on St Vincent Street this morning at around 11.15 a.m. told MailOnline: ‘There were sounds of cars screaming and ‘armed police’ shouting.
‘Two men were dragged out of a blue car and slammed to the ground and surrounded by police. Some had disguised themselves to hide their faces. One of those arrested was bald and was wearing a check shirt.
Today Mr. Obama told COP26 delegates that he had a ‘tough time’ in Glasgow away from Cop26.
‘Even though I no longer need to attend such summits, old habits die hard,’ he said.
‘And when the issue is the health of our planet, and the world our children and our grandchildren will inherit, you’ll have a hard time keeping me away. That’s why I am here today.
He continued: ‘When it comes to climate, time is really running out.
‘You heard the same message from world leaders last week. Now that they’re gone, here’s what we can report: There has been meaningful progress since Paris.
‘The agreements made here in Glasgow, thanks to many of you – including my friend John Kerry, who is tireless with his team – thank you for your efforts here in Glasgow, we see the potential for further progress.
‘It is also true that collectively and individually, we are still falling short.
‘We haven’t done nearly enough to address this crisis, we have to do more, and it’s largely up to you – not only you in this room, but anyone who is watching or who I am here today. I am saying I am reading his transcript.’
Earlier today, he spoke at an event with leaders of island states threatened by rising oceans.
Today Mr. Obama addressed conference delegates about the fate of island nations at the SEC campus in Glasgow, using a Hawaiian proverb to warn of the threat of climate change.
The former president – who was born in Hawaii – described the event as “an island child” while describing the islands as “canaries in a coal mine” for climate action.
He told attendees that ‘our islands are at greater risk than ever’ and praised Joe Biden for highlighting his plight.
He added that wealthier countries ‘have an added burden to make sure we are working with and helping and supporting those who are less responsible and less capable but more vulnerable to this impending crisis’ Huh’.
Concluding his remarks, he invoked a Hawaiian proverb: ‘United to move forward’.
Explaining what it meant, he said: ‘It’s a reminder that if you all want to paddle a canoe, you’re better off rowing in the same direction and at the same time each oar moving together, that’s the only It’s the way you move forward.’
Boris Johnson and Joe Biden have both delivered their addresses on climate change at COP26.
They attended dinner at the nearby Glasgow Art Gallery, which is only a short walk from the location of the arrest.
Security is now expected to be beefed up around the event, despite peaceful protests in the city in recent days.
Police praised the behavior of 100,000 protesters who marched to Glasgow Green on Saturday.
Mr Obama landed at Glasgow airport last night in a Bombardier 6000 private jet from Washington.
Wearing a black face mask, he was escorted by armed guards in a convoy of eight armored vehicles.
The former US president landed at Glasgow International Airport before being driven away in a black SUV.
The 60-year-old had earlier tweeted about his visit, confirming that he would join the global effort to tackle the climate change emergency.
Revealing that he would do everything possible to contribute, he tweeted: ‘Five years ago, the Paris Agreement came into effect.
‘Paris provided an important framework in the fight against climate change, but that was not enough.
‘That’s why I will be speaking in Glasgow on Monday about the road ahead and what young people in particular can do to help.’
Melonline has contacted Police Scotland for comment.
The former president – who was born in Hawaii – described the phenomenon as “an island child”, describing the islands as ‘the canaries in the coal mine’ for action on climate.
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