Widespread political condemnation of east Belfast attack

Politicians from across the community in Belfast have condemned this morning’s attack that left a young man in a critical condition on hospital.

The man was set upon by a group of up to 10 men near the Short Strand area in a suspected sectarian attack.

Sinn Féin Assembly Member said the attack was "vicious", and believes it may be linked to today’s controversial Orange Order parade.

Ulster Unionist councillor Jim Rodgers described the assault as savage and horrendous.