Phil Goff, who is New Zealand's High Commissioner to the U.K., made the comments at an event held by the international affairs think tank Chatham House in London on Tuesday.

New Zealand sacked its High Commissioner to the U.K. Phil Goff after he wondered aloud whether President Trump "really understands" the history leading up to the second world war.

S Jaishankar’s security was breached in London earlier this week by a pro-Khalistani supporter, who was part of a group protesting outside the Chatham House where the minister was speaking. India has condemned the incident and demanded strict action against those involved.

"We strongly condemn the incident that took place outside Chatham House yesterday (Wednesday) during the External Affairs Minister’s visit to the UK,” a Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) spokesperson said.

Though the police stopped the Khalistani extremist after initial hesitation, they were seen trying calm the man down instead of restraining him

UK condemns security breach by pro-Khalistan extremist targeting Indian minister, emphasizing commitment to diplomatic obligations and public safety.

New Zealand’s most senior envoy to the UK has lost his job over remarks he made about US President Donald Trump at an event in London this week, New Zealand Minister of Foreign Affairs Winston Peters said yesterday.

External affairs minister S Jaishankar is currently on an official visit to the United Kingdom. The visit started from March 4 and is scheduled till March 9.