What's happened
Military horses from the Household Cavalry broke loose during an exercise in Belgravia, causing chaos in central London as they ran through the streets, colliding with vehicles and injuring several people. Four service personnel were thrown from their horses, with two horses in serious condition. The loose horses were eventually recovered after running several miles across the capital.
Why it matters
The incident involving the loose military horses in central London has raised concerns about public safety and the well-being of the animals. It highlights the potential risks associated with training exercises involving animals in urban areas and the importance of swift response and containment in such situations.
What the papers say
The Guardian reported that two of the military horses were in serious condition, while Sky News mentioned that the horses were spooked by builders dropping rubble. The Independent provided a detailed timeline of the horses' movements, shedding light on the extent of the chaos caused by the incident.
How we got here
The Household Cavalry horses were on a routine exercise in Belgravia when they became spooked, leading to the animals breaking loose and running through central London. The incident resulted in injuries to both service personnel and members of the public, as the horses collided with vehicles and ran several miles across the capital.
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