How a peaceful protest descended into hate-filled violence

A peaceful protest in Ballymena, County Antrim, turned into hate-filled violence, with 32 police officers injured. The rioting was triggered by an alleged sexual assault in the area and fueled by social media. Authorities condemned the violence as "racist thuggery," highlighting underlying tensions and the lack of integration in Northern Ireland. Political leaders have called for peace and unity in the face of the disturbing events.