The Last Word with Matt Cooper How The Far Right Used Social Media To Spur On Violence In Citywest
Oct 24, 2025
Conor Lally, crime and security editor at The Irish Times, and Emily Duffy, communications lead with the Hope and Courage Collective, explore the role of far-right agitators in recent Citywest violence. They discuss how this group exploited a tragic incident, inciting unrest. With over 1.1 million views of their livestreamed propaganda, the duo highlights the international reach and dramatic visuals that boost extremist narratives. They also delve into how social media platforms amplify harmful content, prioritizing engagement over accountability.
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Copycat Attack On Accommodation Centre
- An attack on a Dublin 8 accommodation centre involved youths throwing rubbish, breaking windows and trying to set fires.
- Conor Lally said Gardaí fear copycat attacks influenced by online violence footage.
Small Group, Global Reach
- A small group of far-right agitators amplified a local tragedy to a global audience via social platforms.
- Their coordinated content reached hundreds of thousands of viewers and escalated real-world violence and fear.
Live Streamers Come For The "Money Shot"
- International far-right livestreamers flew in and appeared at the first protest, then left before arrests.
- Emily Duffy observed they seek the "money shot" of violence, monetise it, then vanish from the scene.