Most X accounts posting about Belfast and Southampton unrest were based outside UK
An analysis by The Guardian reveals that over half of the X accounts discussing recent civil unrest in Belfast and Southampton were based outside the UK. The report highlights that US-based right-wing actors, including high-profile figures, significantly contributed to the discourse surrounding these events.
Why it matters
It highlights the growing concern over foreign influence and the role of international social media actors in shaping domestic political narratives during times of crisis.
The analysis underlines that US rightwing actors are seeking to influence the UK and boost their position on X in moments of disorder. Composite: Guardian Design/Getty Images The analysis underlines that US rightwing actors are seeking to influence the UK and boost their position on X in moments of disorder. Composite: Guardian Design/Getty Images The far right Most X accounts posting about Belfast and Southampton unrest were based outside UK Exclusive: Analysis shows 55% of accounts were located overseas – and seven of 12 most-read posts came from US
Prefer the Guardian on Google More than half the accounts that posted on Elon Musk’s X about the rioting in Belfast and the civil disorder in Southampton in June were based outside the UK, an analysis by the Guardian can reveal.
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