Thousands attend anti-racism rally in Belfast

Author: aljazeera.comPublished on: June 13, 2026Country: United Kingdom

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Thousands attend anti-racism rally in Belfast

Thousands of people attended anti-racism demonstrations in Belfast and Glasgow after days of anti-immigration unrest. The rallies aimed to reject racism and far-right mobilization following riots that targeted ethnic minorities, homes, and businesses. The protests took place across the UK in response to the violence.

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