Archive · 9 Aug 2025
UK Court Debunks Fake News Regarding Leicester Riots
A UK court has said that the Leicester riots in 2022 were not caused by the Hindutva.
This decision was part of a case where a person named Mohammed Hijab sued a magazine for calling him out.
The court found that Hijab made his claims without being there when it happened.
The court also pointed out that Hijab used his words to create tension, not to share facts.
Another person, Majid Freeman, spread false information about the riots, and was arrested for terrorism.
UK court debunked claims of Hindutva involvement in 2022 Leicester riots.
The ruling came during a defamation case filed by Mohammed Hijab against The Spectator magazine.
Hijab's claims were based on his perception of events and social media posts, not firsthand knowledge.
The court found Hijab's rhetoric and anti-Hindu views intended to inflame sectarian tensions.
Majid Freeman, also accused of spreading false information, was arrested on counter-terrorism charges.
- Who
- The court case involved Mohammed Hijab and The Spectator magazine.
- What
- A UK court debunked claims of Hindutva involvement in the 2022 Leicester riots.
- When
- The ruling was made on August 5, 2025.
- Where
- High Court of Justice in England.
- Why
- The court wanted to correct the false narrative that Hindutva caused the riots.
Accusation Side
Court's Decision
Cause of Riots
Accusation Side
Hindutva was responsible for the riots.
Court's Decision
Hindutva was not responsible for the riots.
- Case
- Hijab v. Spectator
- Plaintiff
- Mohammed Hijab
- Defendant
- The Spectator
- Date of Ruling
- August 5, 2025
- Accusation against Freeman
- Spreading false information, inciting violence