LONDON, Aug 7 – The National Union of Students (NUS) on Tuesday strongly condemned the recent surge in xenophobic, racist and Islamophobic violence in the United Kingdom, expressing unwavering solidarity with the affected migrant and Muslim communities.
Anadolu Agency reported that in a statement, the union highlighted the distressing nature of the recent attacks, describing them not as isolated incidents but as manifestations of a dangerous and growing narrative.
It argued that this narrative has normalised racist and anti-migrant sentiments across the UK.
“By consistently blaming immigration for various societal issues such as NHS (National Health Service) waiting lists, job losses, and the cost of living crisis, this rhetoric has seeped into the educational sector, contributing to the vilification of international and refugee students.
“The UK must be a sanctuary where migrants can live safely, free from fear, and thrive through their hard work and contributions to society,” the statement read.
In these challenging times, the NUS calls on student leaders and allies to remain vigilant.
