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[Global Network Report] Violent riots are spreading in many parts of the UK. In a recent interview, Mark Rowley, the Commissioner of the London Metropolitan Police, warned that those who "incite hatred" online will be severely cracked down, including foreign citizens. The New York Post interpreted that he was threatening to prosecute and extradite American citizens. Rowley was also asked whether Elon Musk, the owner of the American social media platform X, might also be included in the list of accountability, and responded.

Rowley was interviewed by Sky News

As riots broke out in many parts of the UK, Rowley said in an interview with Sky News, "We will use the full force of the law to deal with these people. Whether you commit crimes on the streets of your own country or remotely on the Internet, we will hold you accountable."

Sky News reporters then asked Rowley to further explain the warning, saying that some well-known figures have been "inciting hatred" and that "people like Elon Musk" have been involved. What is the police plan "when it comes to dealing with those who may be inciting these actions behind a keyboard in another country"?

Rowley responded that being a keyboard warrior does not protect you from legal sanctions. He also said that this could lead to crimes such as inciting racial hatred. In subsequent questioning, Rowley also said that he would not mention specific individuals.

The New York Post said Musk made headlines in the past week for criticizing British Prime Minister Starmer's response to the riots in the UK, and he also suggested that the UK was heading for a "civil war." According to the BBC, Starmer's spokesman said Musk's remarks were "not justified" and that social media companies "can and should do more" to stop the spread of false information.

On July 29, a knife attack occurred in Southport, northwest England, killing three children. Subsequently, a wave of demonstrations broke out in many parts of the UK. Demonstrations in some areas evolved into violent riots, and large-scale riots occurred in many cities. According to the British "Independent" report on the 10th, the British National Police Chiefs' Committee stated that riots have recently broken out in many parts of the UK. At present, 779 people have been arrested for participating in violent riots across the UK, of which 349 have been charged. Buckingham Palace announced that King Charles III praised the community spirit shown by Britain in resisting the riots. Buckingham Palace also stated that Charles III sincerely thanked the police and emergency services for their efforts to restore peace in areas affected by the violent riots. In response to the differences exposed in the riots, Charles III called for unity, mutual respect and understanding.