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Riots in the UK – this is what has happened6 Aug

Riots in the UK – this is what has happened

The largest riots in over ten years are ongoing in the United Kingdom. Hundreds of people have been arrested in several waves in several cities in connection with the unrest, according to British police. The riots were triggered by a bloody knife attack. Here is a summary of the past week's events:

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The Riots in the UK – This is What Happened5 Aug

The Riots in the UK – This is What Happened

The largest riots in over ten years are ongoing in the United Kingdom. More than 370 people have been arrested so far in several cities in connection with the unrest, according to British police. The riots were triggered by a bloody knife attack. Here is a summary of the past week's events:

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Worst unrest in 13 years in the UK4 Aug

Worst unrest in 13 years in the UK

Nearly 150 people have been arrested following violent riots in several cities in the United Kingdom. The government condemns the riots and guarantees that the perpetrators of violence will be brought to justice.

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