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UK PM Starmer slams ‘unjustified’ anti-immigration violence in Belfast
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer condemned "unjustified" anti-immigration violence that erupted in Belfast this week, following a knife attack. Homes and vehicles were set ablaze in the city as tensions escalated. Starmer stated that the violence was "unjustified" and that the UK government "will not stand by" while communities are targeted. The incidents have drawn widespread condemnation from political leaders and community groups across Northern Ireland. The police have increased their presence in affected areas and are appealing for witnesses to come forward. The violence has highlighted ongoing concerns about immigration and community relations in Belfast.
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