UK, London: In the UK, extreme right-wing violence targeting the Muslim community has surged following a tragic stabbing incident in Southport on July 29, where 17-year-old Axel Rudakubana killed three children and injured ten others. This violence has since spread nationwide, affecting Muslims, their businesses, and Islamic centers. A survey by More in Common reveals that 53% of respondents now view Britain as unsafe for Muslims, a sharp increase from 38% prior to the violence.

The violence is attributed to decades of Islamophobia and anti-immigrant sentiment, exacerbated by government and media rhetoric. Muhammad Mussa from CAGE International emphasizes that these acts are driven by uneducated individuals influenced by extreme right-wing media. Mussa criticizes the disinformation around the Southport attack, which falsely portrayed the attacker as Muslim, intensifying hatred and fear within the Muslim community.

Residents like Rushna Begum express profound fear and anger, highlighting that misinformation and insufficient police action contribute to a climate of insecurity. She notes that Muslims, especially women in traditional attire, are now scared to go out, with some even opting for home deliveries to avoid going outside.

Zaib, a British Pakistani, reports that the fear among Muslims is palpable, with many thinking twice before leaving their homes. Despite some government efforts to address the situation, Zaib stresses the need for more effective measures to ensure community safety.

Young Londoner Hammad criticizes the perpetrators for using the Southport attack as an excuse to further their hateful agenda. He questions whether they genuinely care about the victims or are merely exploiting the situation to incite more violence and division, drawing a parallel to global injustices such as those in Palestine.