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Stabbing attack in Belfast sparks calls for anti-immigration protests

Stabbing attack in Belfast sparks calls for anti-immigration protests

Summary

A man in his 30s was arrested for a violent stabbing attack in Belfast, Northern Ireland. Police are investigating the incident, which involved serious injuries to a man in his 40s, while local leaders call for calm and say the attack is not linked to terrorism so far.

Key Facts

  • The suspect is a Sudanese man in his 30s, detained on suspicion of attempted murder.
  • The victim, a man in his 40s, is seriously injured in hospital with wounds to his face, eyes, neck, and back.
  • The attack happened in the street and included slashing with a kitchen knife.
  • Police and political leaders condemn the attack and urge people not to share graphic videos online.
  • The suspect is legally allowed to remain in Northern Ireland, though authorities are still confirming details.
  • The police are investigating the motive but say there is no current evidence of terrorism.
  • Far-right groups online have used videos of the attack to call for anti-immigration protests.
  • Northern Ireland’s main political parties jointly called for calm and for justice to proceed fairly.
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