Over 370 arrested in the UK

An army of special forces is ready to tackle the violent riots that are ongoing in the United Kingdom. This was announced by Prime Minister Keir Starmer after a crisis meeting. So far, a total of over 370 people have been arrested.

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The special forces are "ready to be deployed to support society," said Starmer at a press conference after the meeting.

Starmer also promises a tightening of legal measures. The Prime Minister has previously promised tough action against the rioters behind the violence. Even those who have incited violence online will be brought to justice, according to Starmer.

At the press conference, Starmer dismissed allegations of a "parallel police force" where right-wing extremists are prosecuted more harshly than left-wing activists.

The police are doing their job in a fair manner, just as can be expected. This is a non-issue, he says, according to British Sky News.

Over 370 arrested

In total, over 370 people have been arrested in connection with the violence that erupted after three girls were killed in a stabbing in Southport on Monday, according to British police.

We expect the number to rise every day as forces continue to identify those involved and continue to apprehend those responsible, says Chief Constable Gavin Stephens.

In a speech to the nation on Sunday, the Prime Minister emphasized that it is about organized violence and attacks by "right-wing extremist gangs."

Several days of violence

The violence began and was fueled by misinformation spread online about the suspect's background, including that he was a newly arrived asylum seeker. But the detained 17-year-old was born in the UK with parents from Rwanda.

On Sunday, the violence continued, for the sixth day in a row, in several cities. Among other things, a hotel used by asylum seekers in Rotherham was attacked. At least ten police officers were injured, one of whom was knocked unconscious. There were also clashes at a similar hotel in Tamworth outside Birmingham.

I guarantee that you who participate, either directly or by inciting the atmosphere online, will regret it, said Starmer on Sunday.

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