A knife attack in Southport, UK, claimed the lives of three young girls and injured several others, sparking riots fueled by anti-Muslim sentiment. The incident has exposed a growing trend of Islamophobia in the country, amplified by misinformation and exploited by far-right figures.
A Pakistani anti-terrorism court has denied Imran Khan’s pre-arrest bail in three cases related to the May 9, 2023 riots. The decision was met with criticism from Khan’s party, who called it a tactic to keep him in custody longer. The prosecution argued that Khan’s presence is needed to complete the investigation and compared the May 9 violence to the January 6, 2021 attack on the US Capitol.
Amidst ongoing protests over Israel, an Ohio state lawmaker has proposed legislation that would hold rioters financially responsible for any damages they cause while breaking the law. Senate Bill 267, introduced by Republican state Sen. Tim Schaffer, aims to ensure that those who damage property during protests are held accountable for their actions and that taxpayers and businesses are not left to bear the burden.
