Belfast's minority groups living in fear after 'racist thuggery' (opens original article in a new tab)

Ethnic minority groups in Belfast are living in fear after racist attacks and violence by masked groups targeting immigrants, following a knife attack. Community members report heightened tensions and some positive community responses.

• Ethnic minority communities in Belfast fear leaving their homes after racist attacks.
• Violence followed a knife attack, with masked groups attacking homes and businesses of immigrants.
• Community members and volunteers have offered support, but vigilante patrols and hate crimes persist.