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A man in his thirties injured himself by stabbing in a moment when handcuffs were secured to the gates of Buckingham Palace, a development reported by London police on the evening of July 6. The incident drew immediate attention as officers worked to understand what had led to the self-harm and to ensure the safety of nearby visitors and staff. Local authorities described a tense scene outside one of the world’s most recognizable royal residences, where a large crowd of tourists typically gathers to catch a glimpse of the iconic building and its surrounding grounds. The priority for responders was to secure the area, provide care to the person involved, and prevent any escalation that could threaten bystanders or the palace precinct itself.