By Agency Report
Thousands of riot police across the UK are on high alert as the country braces for more potential violence following recent unrest. The clashes, which erupted over a week ago after the murder of three children, have led to far-right groups planning demonstrations in over 30 locations, targeting immigration lawyers and asylum seeker accommodations.
In response to the worst disorder England has seen in over a decade, the government has mobilized 6,000 specialist officers. The violence began after a fatal knife attack at a Taylor Swift dance class in Southport, where three girls aged nine, seven, and six were killed, and five others critically injured.
Initially fueled by false rumors on social media claiming the attacker was a Muslim asylum seeker, the violence has spread to various parts of England and Northern Ireland. The real suspect, 17-year-old Axel Rudakubana from Wales, has sparked widespread unrest despite the clarification.
Prime Minister Keir Starmer has vowed to impose “the full force of the law” on those inciting violence, including online agitators. His second emergency COBRA meeting in two days highlighted his administration’s commitment to addressing the crisis.
The recent riots, described as the worst since the 2011 London riots, have prompted travel warnings from multiple countries. Demonstrators have attacked mosques, burned vehicles, and targeted hotels used for asylum seekers.
In a bid to restore order, the government has increased prison capacity by 500 places and promised severe penalties for those involved. Justice Minister Heidi Alexander emphasized that the government will take all necessary measures to end the disorder.
Meanwhile, social media has been criticized for amplifying the violence, with far-right groups using platforms to spread misinformation and incite unrest. Tech billionaire Elon Musk’s recent comments comparing the UK to the Soviet Union have further inflamed tensions, though the government has dismissed his remarks as unjustified.
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