Thousands of anti-racism activists gathered across Britain to protest against the rise of far-right violence targeting immigrants and Muslims. The demonstrations were organized in response to the tragic stabbing of three girls, which was fueled by misleading information about the attacker. Activists rallied in various cities, including London, Liverpool, and Birmingham, to voice their opposition to racism and support for immigrant rights.
In London, demonstrators held banners proclaiming 'The English Defense League is not welcome' and 'Hatred is not welcome.' The protests came as British police prepared for potential clashes, with nearly 100 far-right protests and 30 counter-demonstrations reported. The government has mobilized 6,000 police officers and increased prison capacity to address the escalating violence.
The Mayor of London condemned the shocking racist violence and warned extremists against further escalation. The tragic events unfolded after misinformation circulated regarding the suspect's identity, leading to a surge in anti-immigrant sentiment. Authorities are now on high alert to prevent further unrest.
