Belfast Erupts in Protest: Racial Violence Follows Teen Accusations

Protests erupt in Belfast after accusations against Romanian teens. Northern Ireland witnessed violent demonstrations following the arrest of two 14-year-old Romanian boys on accusations of assault. Footage shows protestors setting fires, hurling Molotov cocktails, and clashing with police. Thirty-two officers sustained injuries. Police have stated that the attacks were racially motivated. The interior minister condemned the violence, urging for calm and emphasizing that such actions hinder the investigation and deepen societal divisions. A family member of the victim also criticized the protestors' actions. The incident highlights the ongoing tensions and societal divisions within Northern Ireland.