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UK PM Starmer Deploys 6,000 Police Amid Riots, 400 Arrests Made

Aug 9, 2024, 06:48 AM

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has announced that sufficient police forces will be deployed to manage the ongoing anti-Muslim and anti-immigrant riots in the UK. Since the unrest began over the weekend, more than 400 arrests have been made, and 6,000 police officers have been deployed to patrol the streets and conduct online surveillance. Starmer emphasized the importance of maintaining high alert and reassured communities of their safety. An emergency COBRA meeting was held to discuss the situation, with Starmer stating that rapid sentencing and the presence of additional police officers have been crucial in preventing further unrest. The government has urged police to remain vigilant ahead of potential further violence, particularly in cities like Liverpool, Salford, Newcastle, and Shrewsbury, as well as in Northern Ireland.