Violent political extremism is on the rise in Ireland, Irish police have warned after anti-migrant riots and arson attacks on ...

So it’s terrifying to watch riots unfold in my hometown again, as we have seen in recent days. A 30-minute drive from Belfast, Ballymena is often dubbed the “bible belt” of Northern Ireland.

People are seen walking past flames as PSNI officers in riot gear respond to a third night of civil unrest on June 11, 2025, in Ballymena, Northern Ireland. Charles McQuillan—Getty Images ...

The town is transformed says MP Jim Allister, but protests continue and communities targeted by the violence remain fearful.

Like everywhere in Northern Ireland, Ballymena has suffered its share of atrocities. Now it’s happening all over again, writes Kate Devlin Thursday 12 June 2025 18:30 BST ...

Northern Ireland’s Justice Minister Naomi Long has expressed her concerns over the riots. “The violence we have witnessed in recent days in Ballymena and other parts of Northern Ireland is appalling, ...