British PM Keir Starmer Vows Legal Action Against Violent Anti-Immigrant Protesters

British PM Keir Starmer has pledged swift legal repercussions for violent protesters targeting Muslim communities. The recent stabbing of three girls in Southport has incited anti-Muslim riots fueled by online disinformation. Interior minister Yvette Cooper emphasized severe punishments, including jail terms and travel bans, for those involved.

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has vowed to bring the full force of the law against violent protesters who have targeted Muslim communities amid days of anti-immigration rioting. This follows the stabbing death of three young girls in Southport, which has been exploited by anti-Muslim groups to incite unrest.

Following an emergency meeting with police and prison chiefs, Starmer declared, "Whatever the apparent motivation, this is not protest, it is pure violence and we will not tolerate attacks on mosques or our Muslim communities. The full force of law will be visited on all those who are identified as having taken part."

Online disinformation, amplified by far-right figures like Stephen Yaxley-Lennon (Tommy Robinson) and responses from public figures including Elon Musk, has been blamed for driving the violence. Interior Minister Yvette Cooper has committed to severe repercussions for rioters, including jail sentences and travel bans. Police have already arrested 378 individuals since the onset of the disorder.

(With inputs from agencies.)