Amid ongoing tensions, thousands of riot police stood ready in Britain as far-right protests threatened disturbances across the country. The unrest followed the tragic murder of three children, sparking a wave of violence targeting mosques and migrant communities.
The government mobilized 6,000 specialist police to address the disorder, with over 425 arrests and 120 charges reported. Initial false rumors linking the attack to a Muslim asylum seeker added fuel to the fire, leading to widespread violence in England and Northern Ireland.
Prime Minister Keir Starmer issued a stern warning, promising full legal consequences for those involved, including online inciters. The unrest, likened to the 2011 London riots, prompted global travel advisories.
Musk row
Amid the chaos, tech mogul Elon Musk escalated tensions by comparing Britain to the Soviet Union, drawing criticism from government officials. The rallies, promoted as “Enough is enough,” have been linked to the far-right English Defence League, raising concerns about escalating violence.