A 36-year-old man was arrested in Edinburgh after five people were injured in attacks that appeared to target Muslims.
Police Scotland arrested a 36-year-old man on June 19, 2026 after five men aged 22 to 39 were injured in attacks across Edinburgh. Counterterrorism police are investigating the incident, which appeared to target Muslims near a mosque. Three victims required hospital treatment; none of the injuries were life-threatening.
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The Times of Israel and Globe and Mail lead with anti-Muslim attacks and quote the suspect's full slur-laden rant. Breitbart emphasizes that a 'white Scottish man' was identified, contrasting with other coverage. Fox News focuses on the rampage and property damage.
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“Counterterror police probe after 5 hurt in apparent anti-Muslim attacks in Edinburgh” · Times of Israel, Globe and Mail
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