UK Condemns Musk Amid Far-Right Riots

UK government officials have condemned Elon Musk for his 'unacceptable' comments on social media regarding the far-right riots in England and Northern Ireland. Justice Minister Heidi Alexander criticized Musk for inciting violence by suggesting a 'civil war' was inevitable, which she branded as 'deeply irresponsible.' The riots, fueled by false information that the suspect in a recent stabbing was a Muslim asylum seeker, have led to attacks on mosques and hotels housing asylum seekers. Prime Minister Keir Starmer emphasized the importance of applying criminal law both online and offline and warned social media companies to curb misinformation and incitement. Despite increasing violence, including attacks on police and damage to property, the government has opted not to deploy the army but is expediting plans to manage prison capacity for anticipated arrests. The situation highlights the urgent need for social media platforms to act responsibly and the government’s limited current ability to enforce stricter regulations until new laws take effect.