Thousands marched in Belfast on Saturday to protest escalating anti-immigrant unrest triggered by a stabbing incident earlier in the week. The protests were a direct response to rioting that saw homes and vehicles set ablaze, allegedly by individuals targeting asylum seekers. Authorities have attributed the initial stabbing to an asylum seeker, though details remain under investigation. The violence has raised concerns about rising xenophobia and tensions within the community. Demonstrators expressed solidarity with immigrants and refugees, condemning the attacks as unacceptable. Police are continuing to investigate both the stabbing and the subsequent rioting, working to restore calm and prevent further escalation. The events have sparked a wider debate about immigration policy and community relations in Northern Ireland.