UK Police Prepare for Far-Right Protests

British police are preparing for potential escalation of far-right violence following a week of unrest triggered by the tragic murder of three young girls in Southport. A 17-year-old, Axel Rudakubana, has been charged in connection with the killings, which has spurred misinformation on social media falsely linking him to being a migrant. As a result, authorities anticipate numerous far-right protests across England and Wales this weekend, with at least 25 gatherings planned. Police forces are increasing their presence and deploying riot-trained officers nationwide in anticipation of these events. Religious leaders from various communities have condemned the unrest and called for calm, as fears grow regarding anti-Muslim sentiment and potential violence. The political climate is tense, with criticism directed at figures like Nigel Farage for allegedly fueling unrest through inflammatory remarks.