Tommy Robinson
Coverage of Tommy Robinson in the Nexus archive.
- Far-right leader defends Muslim student subject to social media hate campaign
Far-right leader Tommy Robinson defended Muslim student Aisha Khan-Aziz after she faced online abuse over remarks made during an Oxford Union debate. Khan-Aziz's joke about Robinson and the union's Muslim student support was taken out of context, prompting a backlash that Robinson later criticized as misrepresenting her intent.
- Pride with a dash of prejudice: How the Spectator succumbed to the narrative of anti-Muslim bigotry
The Spectator, Britain's oldest political magazine, is accused of anti-Muslim bigotry in a report by the Centre for Media Monitoring, which found 57.4% of its articles between 2018 and 2025 were biased against Muslims. The report criticizes the magazine for framing Muslim political participation as sinister, amplifying far-right rhetoric, and minimizing anti-Muslim hostility. Former associate editor Peter Oborne described the magazine as an 'apologist for bigotry, hatred and racism.'
- Barnaby Joyce says One Nation doesn’t want return of White Australia policy but backs Pauline Hanson on mass deportations
Barnaby Joyce states One Nation does not support the White Australia policy but endorses Pauline Hanson's call for mass deportations of visa overstayers. Pauline Hanson and her team have been clarifying remarks from her European trip, including a podcast with Tommy Robinson and events in Italy.
- Pauline Hanson laments end of White Australia policy and talks up daughter’s leadership potential
Pauline Hanson blamed the end of the White Australia policy for migration-related issues during a podcast interview with far-right UK activist Tommy Robinson. She made unsubstantiated claims about sharia law and Muslim communities exploiting the national disability insurance scheme, while promoting her daughter Lee Hanson's political potential.
- French far right to Musk: Thanks but no thanks on the Le Pen endorsement
France’s National Rally party downplays Elon Musk’s endorsement of Marine Le Pen, emphasizing that foreign opinions do not influence their campaign. The party has similarly distanced itself from U.S. political figures like Donald Trump. Concerns were raised about Musk’s potential to sway the election via his social media platform.
- Musk says Le Pen is ‘France’s last hope’ ahead of 2027 election
Elon Musk endorsed Marine Le Pen, the French far-right presidential candidate, as 'France’s last hope' ahead of the 2027 election. Le Pen launched her fourth presidential bid after an appeals court cleared her to run despite a prior embezzlement conviction, which she disputes. Musk has previously supported right-wing European groups and faced legal scrutiny in France over X’s Grok AI.
- Tommy Robinson’s Musk-funded Russia trip spurs call to defend UK democracy
Ed Davey expressed concern over the Musk family foundation funding a trip to Russia for far-right activist Tommy Robinson, whose real name is Stephen Yaxley-Lennon. The UK was urged to strengthen its defense of democracy following the revelation.
- Elon Musk’s family foundation took Tommy Robinson to Russia, says Musk’s father
Elon Musk’s family foundation reportedly took far-right activist Tommy Robinson to Russia, as confirmed by Musk’s father Errol Musk, who accompanied Robinson in Moscow where he promoted anti-migration protests. Robinson, also known as Stephen Yaxley-Lennon, issued calls for street protests in Britain following a Belfast knife attack.
- How Pauline Hanson courts UK’s far-right – and builds a global brand – with ‘pseudo events’ and publicity stunts
Pauline Hanson's meetings with UK far-right figures and her interview with Tommy Robinson are part of a media strategy to gain international attention and build a global brand, according to far-right experts. Her 'fact-finding mission' includes visits with divisive personalities, as described by the article.
- Grooming gangs report: How Rupert Lowe turned child abuse into anti-Muslim propaganda
A report by Rupert Lowe is criticized as anti-Muslim propaganda that uses child abuse cases to frame Muslims as a threat. The report, lacking legal authority, cites a self-published book and a lobbying organization, and employs the term 'grooming gangs' to fuel a moral panic. Journalist Andrew Norfolk expressed concerns about his past work being misused by far-right groups.
- Karl Stefanovic embraces UK far-right activist Tommy Robinson in video promoting podcast
Channel Nine TV presenter Karl Stefanovic embraced UK far-right activist Tommy Robinson in a video promoting his podcast. Stefanovic also referred to UK activist Ant Middleton as a potential prime minister and called former UK prime minister Keir Starmer a 'wanker' in a teaser for the interview.
- Inside the Oxford Union debate where Tommy Robinson lost to a Palestinian student from Gaza
Tommy Robinson, also known as Stephen Yaxley-Lennon, participated in a debate at the Oxford Union hosted by Palestinian student Arwa Elrayess, who defended his right to free speech. The motion 'This House believes the West is right to be suspicious of Islam' failed to pass, and the event faced significant protest delays. The debate, hosted by a globally recognized institution, will be published online later this year.
- Inside the Oxford Union debate where Tommy Robinson lost to a Palestinian student from Gaza
Tommy Robinson, a far-right leader, was defeated in a debate at the Oxford Union by Palestinian student Arwa Elrayess on a motion about suspicion of Islam. The event faced significant protests and delays, with Elrayess defending free speech while opposing Robinson's anti-Muslim stance.
- Starmer urges ‘fight’ against Russian disinformation after arson attacks
Keir Starmer condemned arson attacks on his property by Roman Lavrynovych and Stanislav Carpiuc, who were convicted in 2025. He urged combating Russian disinformation and conspiracy theories spread by far-right figures like Tommy Robinson, linking the attacks to broader threats from Russia and Iran. The G7 leaders pledged support for Ukraine and sanctions against Russia.
- Protesters wearing keffiyehs link arms to try to block people from attending Tommy Robinson's visit to Oxford Union - as pubs board windows and close early amid warnings of 'unrest'
Protesters wearing keffiyehs linked arms to block attendees from Tommy Robinson's visit to Oxford Union. Pubs near the event boarded windows and closed early due to warnings of unrest.
- UK far-right activist Tommy Robinson says arrested at Heathrow
Tommy Robinson, a UK far-right activist, was arrested at Heathrow. Demonstrators gathered outside Southampton Central Police Station following the conviction of Vikrum Digwa for the murder of student Henry Nowak.
- As leader Rupert Lowe says far-Right thug Tommy Robinson is welcome to join his party, opposition politicians issue warning... Restore is the 'new home for neo-Nazis'
Rupert Lowe, a party leader, states that far-Right figure Tommy Robinson is welcome to join his party. Opposition politicians warn that Restore has become the 'new home for neo-Nazis.'
- UK anti-Islam activist Tommy Robinson says he was detained under terrorism laws
UK anti-Islam activist Tommy Robinson reported being detained at Heathrow Airport for three hours under the Counter-Terrorism and Border Security Act. His phone was seized during the detention, which occurred after he posted online about racist and anti-immigrant riots in Northern Ireland.
- Police stop Tommy Robinson on his way back to London from Russian trip
British police stopped far-right activist Tommy Robinson (Stephen Yaxley-Lennon) upon his return from a trip to Russia and seized his phones under counter-terrorism provisions. He met Elon Musk’s father in Moscow during the trip.
- Tommy Robinson detained at Heathrow under terrorism act after Moscow trip with Musk's dad
Tommy Robinson was detained at Heathrow under the terrorism act following a trip to Moscow with Musk's dad. The detention occurred after his visit to Moscow.
- Tommy Robinson can join Restore if he wants, says Rupert Lowe - as he dismisses fears his party will hand Labour victory in by-election
Rupert Lowe stated Tommy Robinson can join the Restore party if he chooses, dismissing concerns that the party might inadvertently help Labour win a by-election.
- Tommy Robinson says he's been detained at Heathrow
Tommy Robinson claims he was detained at Heathrow. The article references his participation in an Unite the Kingdom rally in London.
- Far-right activist Tommy Robinson detained under terrorism legislation
Far-right activist Tommy Robinson was detained under terrorism legislation at Heathrow airport amid a week of violent racial tensions in the UK.
- Tommy Robinson detained at Heathrow under counter-terrorism laws
Tommy Robinson was detained at Heathrow airport under counter-terrorism laws after gaining global prominence on social media amid racial tensions in Britain. The far-right activist, whose real name is Stephen Yaxley-Lennon, was stopped and his phone was seized under section 3 of the Counter-Terrorism Border Security Act 2019.
- Tommy Robinson set to debate 'suspicion' of Islam at Oxford Union despite outcry
Tommy Robinson is set to debate the topic of 'suspicion' of Islam at Oxford Union amid public outcry. The article also mentions Robinson attending a demonstration in Southampton.
- Belfast riots: Why UK mobs see racial violence as 'national defence'
Riots in Belfast, Northern Ireland, targeted migrant homes and businesses following a stabbing incident involving a Sudanese national. Public figures and social media amplified narratives framing the attack as a racial threat, contributing to mainstream anti-Muslim and anti-migrant violence.
- Belfast knife attack: False images, misinformation fuel anti-immigration riots
Police in Northern Ireland prepare for more disorder as anti-immigration riots may enter their third night. The riots followed a knife attack by Sudanese national Hadi Alodid, charged with attempted murder, and are fueled by false images and misinformation spread by far-right figures Tommy Robinson and Elon Musk.
- ‘Racist thuggery’ slammed after second Northern Ireland night of disorder
Northern Ireland experienced a second night of disorder with 16 arrests and 12 injured officers after a Sudanese man was charged with attempted murder over a viral knife attack. Far-right activists amplified the incident on social media, leading to riots, property damage, and intimidation of asylum-seekers and a nurse.
- Race-obsessed, untouchable Musk hits escape velocity from CEO rulebook
Elon Musk faces accusations of incitement for sharing far-right activist content related to anti-migrant protests in Belfast. His public statements on migration and voter fraud have aligned with white identitarian politics, despite SpaceX's upcoming $1.75 trillion IPO and widespread investor support.
- Tommy Robinson meets Elon Musk's father in 'civilised society' Russia before putting out calls for people to protest in UK over Belfast stabbing
Tommy Robinson met Elon Musk's father in Russia, which he described as a 'civilised society,' and later called for protests in the UK regarding a Belfast stabbing.
- Belfast race riots see families targeted and houses torched after stabbing
Race riots erupted in Belfast following the arrest of a Sudanese asylum seeker charged with attempted murder. Far-right figures Elon Musk and Tommy Robinson incited protests, leading to masked rioters targeting ethnic minority residents by torching homes, vehicles, and a supermarket. Checkpoints were established to expel non-white individuals, with families rescued from burning buildings.
- Labour slams ‘appalling’ Elon Musk after Belfast riots
The British Labour Party condemned Elon Musk for allegedly inciting tensions online ahead of Belfast riots, which followed a knife attack and subsequent arson. Musk shared a far-right activist's post encouraging protests, prompting Labour officials to accuse him of exploiting the situation for political gain.
- Lowe’s hard-right Restore Britain has a plan to hammer Farage nationwide
Rupert Lowe's Restore Britain aims to challenge Nigel Farage's Reform UK by running candidates in every parliamentary seat, potentially depriving Reform of 70 seats in the 2029 general election. The rivalry between Lowe and Farage, including criminal allegations and political fragmentation, is central to the upcoming Makerfield by-election.
- Nowak killing: Weaponised white rage could tip the UK into the abyss
The article discusses how far-right politics in the UK, exemplified by Nigel Farage's response to the death of Henry Nowak, weaponizes white rage to fuel division. It criticizes the radicalization efforts of far-right agitators and media outlets, linking their rhetoric to rising fear and misinformation about migrants and asylum seekers.
- Protesters clash with police in Southampton over Henry Nowak murder
Hundreds of protesters gathered outside a Southampton police station to demand justice for Henry Nowak's murder, while others clashed with police near the home of his killer, Vickrum Digwa. Far-right activist Tommy Robinson spoke at the protest.
- 'I can't breathe': Protesters attack police at UK rally over student murder
Protesters in Southampton attacked police at a rally over the murder of an 18-year-old student who was handcuffed and died from stab wounds after his killer falsely claimed a racist attack. Far-right figure Tommy Robinson addressed the crowd, with attendees waving Union Jack and England flags.
- Hundreds of protesters gather outside Southampton police station over Henry Nowak's arrest footage after Tommy Robinson made video about backlash
Hundreds of protesters gathered outside the Southampton police station in response to the arrest footage of Henry Nowak. The protest followed a video posted by Tommy Robinson that addressed the backlash surrounding the incident.
- JD Vance urges UK anti-immigration activists to ‘keep on going’
US Vice-President JD Vance urged anti-immigration activists in the UK to continue their efforts after a large rally in London. The rally was led by far-right activist Tommy Robinson, who called for supporters to prepare for the 'battle of Britain'. Tens of thousands attended the event.
- Blighty newsletter: Who goes to a Tommy Robinson rally?
A crowd attended Tommy Robinson's latest march, which was reported on by Georgia Banjo. The event was covered as part of a newsletter called Blighty. The rally drew an eclectic group of people.
- Police arrest 43 during Unite the Kingdom rally and pro-Palestine march in London
Police arrested 43 people during a Unite the Kingdom rally and a pro-Palestinian march in London, where Tommy Robinson's far-right rally failed to draw large numbers. The events occurred on the same day, with officers reportedly facing racial abuse. Arrests were made during both events.