Disorder erupts for second night in Northern Irish town

Violence erupted in Ballymena, Northern Ireland, as police clashed with protestors for the second night following the arrest of two teenagers for the attempted rape of a young girl. The unrest led to "racially motivated" attacks against foreigners, igniting fears in the local community.

Hundreds of masked protestors threw petrol bombs and stones, while police used water cannons and plastic baton rounds to manage the situation. Assistant Chief Constable Ryan Henderson stated, "This violence was clearly racially motivated." Residents expressed terror, with attacks on homes and businesses leading to injuries among law enforcement. Many local migrants now feel unsafe in the community.