Musk Faces Backlash for Incendiary UK ‘Civil War’ Comments Amidst Ongoing Riots

"Really?": Elon Musk Faces Backlash for 'Completely Unwarranted' Comments on UK Unrest

Musk, the proprietor of X, finds himself in a verbal feud with Sir Keir Starmer concerning the riots unfolding across the UK, amidst worries that online misinformation is exacerbating the situation.

Tuesday, August 6, 2024, 12:

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A government official has described Elon Musk's statement that a "civil war is inevitable" in the UK as "completely unfounded," following a dispute between the billionaire and Sir Keir Starmer concerning the comment.

Musk, the proprietor of X, has found himself in a verbal clash with the prime minister concerning the riots unfolding in the UK, amid worries that online misinformation is exacerbating the situation.

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In a post on his social media platform, beneath a video showing rioters launching fireworks at police officers, Musk stated, "civil war is inevitable."

The Prime Minister's representative swiftly dismissed these remarks, stating that there is "no basis for such comments" and that "anyone inciting violence on the internet will be met with the full extent of legal consequences."

Musk responded to a post by Sir Keir criticizing violence against Muslims by asking, "Shouldn't you be concerned about attacks on *all* communities?"

Courts minister Heidi Alexander stated on Sky News that "it is important for everyone to advocate for peace in this scenario."

"She also mentioned that she believes the discussions suggesting a civil war is unavoidable are completely unwarranted."

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Ex-government official Rory Stewart expressed his disapproval of Musk's remarks, sharing on X: "Really?

How long have you professed to grasp the nuances of British communities and political landscapes? Can you quantify the amount of time you've actually spent among these communities?

"Have you ever considered that this may not be the best moment to express opinions on a topic you're unfamiliar with?"

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Armando Iannucci, the mind behind the comedy series The Thick of It, also weighed in on Musk's remarks regarding civil war, commenting: "By tomorrow morning, the residents here will have cleaned up these streets."

Minor groups of ruffians don't constitute a widespread movement.

"Your own platform has misled you, prioritizing loudness over truth."

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Over the last week in the UK, far-right mobs have targeted mosques and hotels that are providing shelter to asylum seekers.

Ex-police chief Neil Basu has stated that the most severe instances of far-right violence ought to be classified as terrorism.

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