The Belfast Islamic Centre has cancelled communal evening prayers after police warned that the next 24 hours could be critical following a stabbing in north Belfast that was followed by disorder in parts of the city.
The decision was taken after discussions with the Police Service of Northern Ireland (PSNI), which has increased its presence across Belfast after violence broke out in the aftermath of Monday night's attack. Police responded to incidents involving damage to property and vehicles set alight in several areas, prompting community leaders to urge residents to remain calm and avoid sharing rumours online.
