knife

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It is legitimate to discuss the impact of migration on the UK's national security after disorder that followed a knife attack in Belfast, the government's independent reviewer of terrorism legislation has said.

From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026

Officers recovered what is believed to be a kitchen knife at the scene, Henderson confirmed.

From Barron's • Jun. 9, 2026

Mousley said Digwa was carrying a knife in a sheath, as well as a second, larger dagger linked to his tradition as a member of the Nihang order of Sikhs.

From BBC • Jun. 6, 2026

Following Digwa's conviction, prominent right-wing figures, including billionaire Elon Musk, have criticised current UK law around carrying the knife.

From BBC • Jun. 5, 2026

He tried to draw his knife from its sheath, but he’d tightened the strap around the hilt before starting the crossing, and he couldn’t get it loose.

From "Wolf Brother" by Michelle Paver