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Thousands Turn Out for Anti-Racism Rally After Belfast Unrest
Hundreds joined the rally after violent unrest left Stephen Ogilvie with severe injuries, as speakers urged residents to reject racism and fascism.
- Around 5,000 people gathered outside Belfast City Hall on Saturday for the 'Together Against Hate' rally, organized by United Against Racism to oppose days of violent disorder across the city.
- Violent disorder erupted following Monday's knife attack on Stephen Ogilvie, which left him with serious injuries; rioting spread after viral footage circulated, with masked individuals burning homes and intimidating residents.
- Police have arrested 23 people over the disorder, 17 of whom have been charged to court. Hadi Alodid, 30, from Sudan, appeared Wednesday charged with attempted murder over the knife attack.
- North Belfast MP John Finucane told the Press Association there is 'no space' for the recent thuggery, while Sinn Féin Lord Mayor of Belfast Róis-Máire Donnelly said the city is 'stronger' because of its diversity.
- Speakers called on the Stormont executive to support affected communities, emphasizing that 'hate is the only threat to our streets.' Similar anti-immigration protests have fueled hard-right political discourse in recent years across Britain and Ireland.
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