During an east Belfast riot between the nationalists and royalists two men got hit by gunshots. A reverend on the scene stated that this was the most extreme riot he has seen in Belfast in ten years. Who started the riot is unclear, but it was stated that the UVF (Ulster Volunteer Force) started the riot, which was denied by member of the force, calling the statement disgraceful. Police officers were injured during the riot, on had to go to a hospital because of eye injury, which was inflicted because of the laser pens the crowd used against the police.
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I don't know exactly why, but I was under the impression that the ongoing battles in Northern Ireland had ceased. While reading the article, I wasn't under the impression that the riots were anything except under control, noting that police officers were injured during these riots. The exact reason for this riot is unclear to me, so I'm just suspecting that it's the same reason as usual. I'm not an expert on the subject, but isn't it about time that these kind of religion clashes (especially in western society) became a part of the past?
No, I am pretty sure they are still very much not liking each other over there. Nicely written as always, though I would take another look at a different way to formulate ‘everything but’ in your response to the article. I am not sure but I think that is a bit of an awkward way to say what you want to say.
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