Disorder in Belfast ‘stoked by those who would struggle to find the city on a map’
Summary
A stabbing attack in Belfast by a Sudanese refugee led to riots and protests, including fires and violence. Northern Ireland’s justice minister, Naomi Long, said people online who do not know the city were spreading racism and using the attack to promote anti-immigration views.Key Facts
- A man from Sudan stabbed a person in Belfast and was charged with attempted murder.
- The suspect arrived in Northern Ireland in February 2023, claimed asylum, and was allowed to stay until 2028.
- Rioters set fire to a bus and buildings in Belfast following the attack.
- Justice Minister Naomi Long condemned the use of the attack to spread racist messages and said this was unacceptable.
- Police stated the stabbing was not linked to terrorism.
- The incident sparked a police “critical incident” response.
- Minister Long asked people to let the justice system handle the case properly.
- She said the attack was by one individual and does not represent any group.
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