Pakistan U19 Cricket Team Mistaken for Asylum Seekers in Portsmouth Protest

Anti-immigration protesters in Portsmouth mistakenly targeted a hotel housing the Pakistan Under-19 cricket team, believing asylum seekers were present. The demonstration was called off upon realizing the error.

The incident occurred following a larger protest the previous day concerning the arrival of asylum seekers in the city. Activists, some in black clothing, had attempted to block streets near the port. The confusion highlights a tense atmosphere surrounding immigration in the area.