Sudanese man charged in Belfast stabbing amid far-right protests

Hadi Alodid, a 30-year-old Sudanese man, appeared before a judge in Belfast on Wednesday, June 10th, following a stabbing incident two days prior. Alodid, who refused legal representation and required an Arabic interpreter, was charged with attempted murder, possession of a bladed weapon, and making death threats. He was remanded in custody until a further hearing on July 8th.

His court appearance followed violent anti-immigrant demonstrations across Belfast on Tuesday evening, reportedly called by the far-right. Protesters blocked major routes, setting fire to a bus, several cars, and houses. Tension remained high on Wednesday evening, with a significant police presence in the Northern Irish capital after what was described as "racist riots."

Sources: Le Monde — International