Violent attacks: UK PM Rishi Sunak announces ban on American Bully dogs, says breed ‘dangerous’
UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak on Friday made an announcement regarding the ban on American XL Bully dogs in the United Kingdom. In a video shared on social media, PM Sunak expressed concerns about the breed, labeling them as "dangerous."
He revealed that the government plans to outlaw this breed under the Dangerous Dogs Act, with new legislation expected to be in place by the end of the year.
"It’s clear the American XL Bully dog is a danger to our communities. I’ve ordered urgent work to define and ban this breed so we can end these violent attacks and keep people safe," stated Rishi Sunak in his video message.
In the video, PM Sunak highlighted the need for this ban in response to recent attacks involving American XL Bully dogs within the community. He emphasized that this issue extends beyond isolated incidents of poorly trained dogs and constitutes a recurring pattern of behavior that must be addressed.
Since its posting, the video has rapidly gained traction, amassing over 1.2 million views. While some individuals criticized the Prime Minister's decision, others expressed support for the breed. Many argued that the responsibility for these incidents lies with the owners rather than the breed itself.
At present, the United Kingdom already has restrictions on four specific dog breeds under the Dangerous Dogs Act: Japanese Tosas, Fila Brasileiros, Dogo Argentinos, and pit bull terriers. Ownership of these banned breeds can result in penalties, including a prison sentence of up to six months and an unlimited fine.
It’s clear the American XL Bully dog is a danger to our communities.
— Rishi Sunak (@RishiSunak) September 15, 2023
I’ve ordered urgent work to define and ban this breed so we can end these violent attacks and keep people safe. pic.twitter.com/Qlxwme2UPQ
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PM Modi speaks to Iranian president, discusses 'serious' situation in West Asia
New Delhi (PTI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday night spoke to Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian over the phone and discussed the "serious situation" in West Asia.
Modi expressed deep concern over the escalation of tensions in the region and the loss of civilian lives as well as damage to civilian infrastructure.
The prime minister told the Iranian President that the safety and security of Indian nationals, along with the need for unhindered transit of goods and energy, remain India's top priorities.
“Had a conversation with Iranian President, Dr Masoud Pezeshkian, to discuss the serious situation in the region. Expressed deep concern over the escalation of tensions and the loss of civilian lives as well as damage to civilian infrastructure,” Modi said in a post on X.
The prime minister also reiterated India's commitment to peace and stability and urged dialogue and diplomacy to end the crisis.
The prime minister had spoken to leaders of several West Asian countries in the last 10 days in the wake of the coordinated offensive launched against Iran by the United States and Israel, in which the Islamic country's Supreme Leader, Ali Khamenei, was killed last month.
In retaliation, Iran has fired drones and missiles at Israel and US military installations around the Gulf region, including the global business and aviation hubs of Dubai and Doha.
Modi earlier spoke to the leaders of Oman, Kuwait, Bahrain, Saudi Arabia, the UAE, Jordan, Israel and Qatar, and expressed concern over the attacks on their countries, and condemned the violation of some nation’s sovereignty and territorial integrity.
He also discussed the welfare and security of the Indian community residing in those countries.
Around 1 crore Indians live in the Gulf and West Asia. While about 10,000 Indian citizens live, study and work in Iran, more than 40,000 live in Israel.
