VIDEO: Evil acts of terrorism will be defeated, crowds told at candlelit vigil

Defiance and quiet dignity were shown at a vigil to the victims of the Westminster attack where crowds were told that the “evil and twisted acts of terrorism will be defeated”.

Multi-faith leaders, residents, tourists, police and politicians gathered at the candlelit vigil in London’s Trafalgar Square, which was led by mayor Sadiq Khan.

He told the packed venue: “Those evil and twisted individuals who tried to destroy our shared way of life will never succeed and we condemn them.

“The victims were people who came from all corners of our world. This a time to express our gratitude to the heroism of our police officers and emergency services who ran towards danger to help, and at the same time they encouraged others to run for safety.

“London is a great city, full of amazing people from all backgrounds. When Londoners face adversity we always pull together.

“We stand up for our values and show the world we are the greatest city in the world.”