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Everything we know so far about the Belfast attack and disorder
- A man in his 40s was seriously injured in a knife attack on Kinnaird Road, Belfast.
- A 30-year-old Sudanese national was charged with attempted murder after the Belfast stabbing.
- Police said the attack was not being treated as terrorism at this stage, as disorder spread across Northern Ireland.
- Authorities reported sporadic pockets of disorder in several locations, including Newtownards Road and Crumlin Road.
- Translink suspended all bus and train services for the night amid the unrest.
- The victim’s condition was described as serious with injuries to the eyes and face.
- Witnesses and a public intervenor used a hurling stick and other means to try stopping the attack.
- A boy and others faced a night of arson, with fires seen at homes and vehicles.
- The investigation was described as in its early stages by police authorities.
- Northern Ireland leaders condemned the violence as emergency responders worked to stabilize the situation.
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