United Kingdom — Police Service of Northern Ireland & Hadi Al-Abdullah

United Kingdom — Police Service of Northern Ireland: The United Kingdom — Police Service of Northern Ireland (PSNI) responded to the widespread disorder, making numerous arrests and deploying water cannons and armored vehicles. The PSNI faced criticism and calls for investigation regarding claims that officers advised nurses to show IDs to masked gangs.

Hadi Al-Abdullah: Hadi Al-Abdullah was charged with attempted murder in the knife attack on 2026 Northern Ireland riots, which triggered the widespread anti-immigrant unrest. His immigration status became a focal point for anti-immigrant sentiment and protests.