UK YouTuber jokes about 'atomizing' India in racist rant
What's the story
British YouTuber Miles Routledge has ignited widespread outrage by joking about launching nuclear attacks on nations including India in a meme video. "When I become prime minister of England, I'll open the nuclear silos as an explicit warning to any foreign power that interferes with British interests and affairs," Routledge wrote. He added that he was eager to "atomize entire nations over the smallest infraction."
Targeted threat
Routledge singles out India in deleted post
Routledge specifically mentioned India in a now-deleted post, stating that he would attack the country "just for the sake of it." He wrote, "Hell, I might just launch at India just for the sake of it!" When a user accused him of rage-baiting, Routledge defended his actions and expressed his dislike for India. "Believe it or not, I just don't like India. Also I can sense an Indian, he is Indian," he replied.
Twitter Post
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When I become prime minister of England, I'll open the nuclear silos as an explicit warning to any foreign power that interferes with British interests and affairs.
— Lord Miles (@real_lord_miles) August 20, 2024
I'm not talking huge incidents, I'm itching to launch and atomize entire nations over the smallest infraction. pic.twitter.com/UGBKYB3pku
Controversial figure
Who is Routledge
Miles Routledge, a 25-year-old British student, gained notoriety in 2021 when he was stranded in Afghanistan during the Taliban takeover. Despite warnings from the British government, Routledge traveled to Afghanistan to witness life under the Taliban's offensive. He documented his experiences on platforms like 4chan, Facebook and Twitch. After being evacuated by the British Army, he published his account of the Fall of Afghanistan with Antelope Hill in December 2022.
Past controversies
Routledge's history of derogatory remarks
Routledge has a history of making derogatory remarks toward Indians. Earlier this month, he expressed his desire to "reincarnate as a virus to solve the overpopulation in India" in an inflammatory tweet. His consistent pattern of offensive comments has led to significant backlash, with many users condemning his behavior as racist and irresponsible. Regardless, Routledge has yet to issue a formal apology or address the concerns raised by his audience.