What's happened
Mohammed Abbkr, 29, was sentenced to an indefinite hospital order for setting fire to two elderly worshippers outside mosques in London and Birmingham in separate attacks last year.
Why it matters
The attacks by Mohammed Abbkr have had a significant impact on the victims and their families, leaving lasting physical and emotional scars. The case highlights the importance of mental health care and asylum processes in the UK.
What the papers say
The Independent reported that Abbkr, diagnosed with paranoid schizophrenia, targeted his victims in horrific attacks. Metro provided details of the court proceedings and the impact on the victims' families. Sky News emphasized the long-lasting physical and mental trauma suffered by the victims.
How we got here
Mohammed Abbkr, originally from Sudan, came to the UK seeking asylum in 2017 and was granted leave to remain two years later. He believed his victims were controlling him through magic and set them on fire outside mosques in London and Birmingham.
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