It followed a serious knife attack in North Belfast.
There was a night of disorder with people forced to flee their homes across Belfast, after protests, turned violent.
Anti-immigration protests were organised last night and trouble followed.
Homes and vehicles were set ablaze, with First Minister Michelle O'Neill describing it as "thuggery".
It followed a serious knife attack in North Belfast, in which a man sustained significant injuries to his face, neck and back.
The man in his 40s is being treated for the injuries.
It happened close to Antrim Road, as a Sudanese national was arrested on suspicion of attempted murder.
The 30-year-old is due in court today, charged with attempted murder.

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