A protest in Glasgow this week followed wider demonstrations linked to a knife attack in Belfast that has attracted significant public and political attention.
Three people were arrested after disorder broke out in Glasgow city centre during the gathering.
As discussion of the Belfast attack spread online, demonstrations took place in several locations across the UK, including Scotland's largest city.
Unrest unfolded in Glasgow on Tuesday evening, while Police Scotland said "disruptive but peaceful" demonstrations took place in Edinburgh, Falkirk, Perth, Ayr, and Paisley, where no arrests were made.
What prompted the Belfast protest?
A man was seriously injured in a knife attack in north Belfast on Monday night.
Police later charged a 30-year-old man with attempted murder in connection with the incident. The attack prompted widespread discussion online and became the focus of public debate in Northern Ireland and beyond.
How is Glasgow connected?
Glasgow was among a number of cities where demonstrations took place following the Belfast attack.
Police Scotland mounted an operation in the city centre as hundreds of people gathered on Tuesday evening. Similar protests were also reported elsewhere in Scotland.
The demonstrations in Glasgow took place against the backdrop of ongoing developments in Belfast and extensive discussion of the incident on social media.
What happened during the Glasgow protest?
Crowds gathered in central Glasgow before moving through parts of the city centre.
Police maintained a presence throughout the evening, with some road closures and disruption reported. Officers later confirmed arrests had been made in connection with incidents during the protest.
Political leaders, including First Minister John Swinney, condemned reports of racism and disorder associated with some demonstrations.
What have politicians said?
In Ireland, Irish premier Micheál Martin described the events on Monday as "savage" and the visible unrest that has followed as "appalling" and "orchestrated".
Sinn Féin leader Mary Lou McDonald condemned what she described as "racist intimidation and violence" - activity she believes was "orchestrated by thugs".
The scenes we saw in Glasgow, Edinburgh and Ayr last night are unacceptable.
Scotland is a welcoming nation and those who choose to make their lives here are valued members of our communities.
Racism, hatred and intimidation have no place in Scotland. We must stand against it.— John Swinney (@JohnSwinney) June 10, 2026
In Scotland, first minister John Swinney took a similar view, as did Scottish Labour leader Anas Sarwar.
On Wednesday, it was reported that Thomas Kerr, the deputy leader of Reform UK in Scotland, had encouraged people to "go out and protest" during an interview with the BBC.
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