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Dublin Riots Erupt Following Stabbing Incident, 34 Arrested

Prime Minister Leo Varadkar condemns rioters, attributing violence to anti-immigrant sentiments amid rising tensions over immigration in Ireland.

  • Violent riots broke out in Dublin following a stabbing incident outside a school, leading to the arrest of 34 people.
  • The riots were reportedly sparked by rumors that the stabbing was carried out by a foreign national, fueling anti-immigrant sentiments.
  • Prime Minister Leo Varadkar condemned the rioters, stating they were driven by hate and a desire for chaos, not patriotism.
  • Three children and a teacher's aide were injured in the stabbing, with one child and the aide in serious condition.
  • The unrest reflects rising tensions over immigration in Ireland, with the country having received over 141,000 immigrants in the past year.
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