Taoiseach Leo Varadkar has condemned the violent rioting that erupted in Dublin city centre last...
Published: 5:00 pm November 28, 2023
Updated: 11:14 am October 8, 2025
Dublin City Centre In Shock After Stabbing Incident Triggers Violent Riots

Taoiseach Leo Varadkar has condemned the violent rioting that erupted in Dublin city centre last night, following a stabbing incident outside a school in Parnell Square. The Taoiseach expressed deep shame for those involved, emphasising the need for a thorough review of the events.

The stabbing attack left a five-year-old girl in critical condition, with two other children and a caregiver also sustaining injuries. Mr. Varadkar commended the intervention of diverse “heroes” who thwarted the attacker’s intent on murder.

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