British PM Vows Crackdown on Anti-Immigrant Riots Following Misinformation

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has reassured communities that sufficient police presence will be available to manage anti-Muslim and anti-immigrant riots sparked by false social media claims identifying an Islamist migrant as a murder suspect. The unrest has spurred warnings from several countries about traveling to Britain.

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has assured communities that sufficient police will be deployed to manage anti-Muslim and anti-immigrant riots, which have erupted following false claims on social media that an Islamist migrant was responsible for the Southport murders.

The unrest has spread to several towns and cities, with rioters targeting mosques and hotels housing asylum-seekers. Anti-fascist groups have vowed to counter these demonstrations.

Starmer spoke after an emergency meeting, stating that police resources are ready to handle the situation. He noted that 400 people have been arrested and 100 charged, with sentencing expected soon.

(With inputs from agencies.)