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Attack on Belfast Islamic center during evening prayers investigated as hate crime

On Friday evening, a device was thrown into the Belfast Islamic Centre on University Road during prayers, forcing evacuation and a police response.
Following reports of increasing local racist hate and violence, police detained a 34-year-old man at the scene under terrorism-related legislation.
Police established cordons overnight asking the public to avoid the area while detectives worked quickly to determine the motive, including investigating hate crime.
Political figures condemned the attack as a "sinister" or "cowardly and vicious act," praised a passer-by who intervened, and emphasized that no one should feel unsafe worshiping.
The incident highlights community concerns and urges politicians to reflect on their words about migration, calling for active opposition to racism and bigotry.

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Irish Mirror

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Man arrested after viable device thrown through window of Belfast Islamic Centre

People were present in the centre for evening prayers when the 'sinister' attack took place

6 months ago·Ireland

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The Journal

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Viable device thrown through window in attack on Belfast Islamic centre

People were praying inside the building when the attack took place.

6 months ago·Ireland

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Irish Times

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Politicians condemn attack on Belfast Islamic Centre while people prayed

Politicians condemn attack on Belfast Islamic Centre while people prayed Politicians have condemned an attack on the Islamic Centre in Belfast while people were praying on Friday evening.

6 months ago

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The Independent (US)

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Hate crime investigation after device thrown into Islamic Center during prayers

A 34-year-old man was arrested under the Terrorism Act and is being held in custody

6 months ago·London, United Kingdom

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BBC News

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Belfast Islamic Centre: Viable device used in 'shameful' attack

A man is arrested under the Terrorism Act but police say a motive has not yet been established.

6 months ago·United Kingdom

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Attack on Belfast Islamic center during evening prayers investigated as hate crime

Police in Northern Ireland say a 34-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of a terror offense for allegedly tossing a suspicious device into the Belfast Islamic Center during evening prayers.

6 months ago·United States

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