Five men were injured in a series of suspected anti-Muslim attacks that unfolded across Edinburgh on Friday evening. Police arrested a 36-year-old man after reports of violent incidents near a mosque, a petrol station, and several businesses. Authorities said the victims suffered non-life-threatening injuries and confirmed counter-terrorism officers are assisting with the investigation. Community leaders and political figures, including Prime Minister Keir Starmer and First Minister John Swinney, strongly condemned the violence and expressed support for those affected. The incidents have raised concerns within Scotland’s Muslim community, while police continue extensive inquiries into the motive and circumstances.
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