UK Prime Minister Condemns 'Far-Right Thuggery' Amid Protests

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer condemned far-right violence targeting asylum seekers, ensuing from a stabbing attack that killed three girls. The unrest saw severe clashes between rioters and police, especially in Rotherham. Authorities vow to bring perpetrators to justice amid rising anti-immigration sentiments amplified by far-right groups online.


Devdiscourse News Desk | London | Updated: 05-08-2024 00:53 IST | Created: 05-08-2024 00:53 IST
UK Prime Minister Condemns 'Far-Right Thuggery' Amid Protests
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UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer has strongly condemned an attack on a hotel housing asylum seekers in Rotherham that saw at least 10 police officers injured, labeling it 'far-right thuggery.'

Starmer promised swift justice for the rioters and criticized those instigating violence online.

The unrest follows a stabbing rampage at a dance class in which three girls were killed, fueling far-right protests driven by anti-immigration sentiments.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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