For Elon Musk, looks like it didn't 'sink in' that he was not invited for a business summit in the UK. The billionaire has reacted on X, the social media platform he owns, with a cryptic post saying the UK releases paedophiles while jailing people for social media posts.

"I don’t think anyone should go to the UK when they’re releasing convicted pedophiles in order to imprison people for social media posts," the Tesla boss&nbsp;said in the post on Thursday (Sep 26).

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Musk did not provide much context in his post, but he may have been referring to the sentencing of two men for posts on X and Facebook, during the hate-inspired violence that ravaged Britain in August. The other part of his post may be a criticism of the UK's scheme of early release of prisoners due to congestion in its jails. Some of those released are sex offenders.

Tyler Kay, 26, was sentenced more than three years in jail in August for his posts on X calling for mass deportation of migrants and for attacks on hotels in the UK that were housing asylum seekers. Jordan Parlour, 28, was jailed for 20 months for Facebook posts calling for an attack on a hotel.&nbsp;

What seems to have gotten the beef of the SpaceX founder is that he was not included in the list of invitees for Britain's International Investment Summit in October, to be hosted by Prime Minister Kier Starmer. The ambitious summit aims to bring leading investors to Britain in a bid to help its ailing economy.

During the August violence, Musk had made several critical posts against the British government, and specifically Starmer.

The riots were sparked after false rumours that the culprit in a stabbing attack in Southport was an immigrant. Three children were killed in that attack.

Musk, the world's richest man, said on X at the time that UK was going into a civil war and even&nbsp;compared it to the erstwhile Soviet Union.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/civil-war-is-inevitable-elon-musk-vs-keir-starmer-showdown-on-uk-rioting-747577">Also read: 'Civil war is inevitable': Elon Musk vs Keir Starmer showdown on UK rioting</a>

He called the British prime minister “two-tier Keir,” over what he felt was the less harsh action by police on non-white perpetrators of violence.

He also reshared a conspiracy theory that UK was building camps in the Falkland Islands to house rioters, before deleting it.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/uk-riots-elon-musk-calls-uk-pm-two-tier-keir-compares-britain-to-soviet-union-747832">Also read: UK riots: Elon Musk calls PM 'two-tier Keir', compares Britain to Soviet Union</a>

The British government at the time pushed back against Musk, calling his comments deplorable and unjustifiable.

Watch: UK: Keir Starmer rejects Elon Musk's 'civil war' remark

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In 2023, Musk was invited for, but didn't attend, a similar business summit held by the previous Conservative government, led at the time by Rishi Sunak.

He then appeared at a fireside chat with Sunak in November during the AI Safety Summit, of which he was a key organiser.

Starmer's Labour party politicians had criticised Sunak for his closeness to the tech billionaire, and the fact that he was treated like royalty, with the Tory PM appearing to be beholden to him.

It's not the first time that Musk has had run-ins with governments.

His negative comments on the UK comes a few days after his online spat with Brazil, whose Supreme Court banned X in the Latin American country. 
 
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For Elon Musk, looks like it didn't 'sink in' that he was not invited for a business summit in the UK. The billionaire has reacted on X, the social media platform he owns, with a cryptic post saying the UK releases paedophiles while jailing people for social media posts.

For Elon Musk, looks like it didn't 'sink in' that he was not invited for a business summit in the UK. The billionaire has reacted on X, the social media platform he owns, with a cryptic post saying the UK releases paedophiles while jailing people for social media posts. "I don’t think anyone should go to the UK when they’re releasing convicted pedophiles in order to imprison people for social media posts," the Tesla boss said in the post on Thursday (Sep 26). I don’t think anyone should go to the UK when they’re releasing convicted pedophiles in order to imprison people for social media posts — Elon Musk (@elonmusk) September 26, 2024 × Musk did not provide much context in his post, but he may have been referring to the sentencing of two men for posts on X and Facebook, during the hate-inspired violence that ravaged Britain in August. The other part of his post may be a criticism of the UK's scheme of early release of prisoners due to congestion in its jails. Some of those released are sex offenders. Tyler Kay, 26, was sentenced more than three years in jail in August for his posts on X calling for mass deportation of migrants and for attacks on hotels in the UK that were housing asylum seekers. Jordan Parlour, 28, was jailed for 20 months for Facebook posts calling for an attack on a hotel. What seems to have gotten the beef of the SpaceX founder is that he was not included in the list of invitees for Britain's International Investment Summit in October, to be hosted by Prime Minister Kier Starmer. The ambitious summit aims to bring leading investors to Britain in a bid to help its ailing economy. During the August violence, Musk had made several critical posts against the British government, and specifically Starmer. The riots were sparked after false rumours that the culprit in a stabbing attack in Southport was an immigrant. Three children were killed in that attack. Musk, the world's richest man, said on X at the time that UK was going into a civil war and even compared it to the erstwhile Soviet Union. Also read: 'Civil war is inevitable': Elon Musk vs Keir Starmer showdown on UK rioting He called the British prime minister “two-tier Keir,” over what he felt was the less harsh action by police on non-white perpetrators of violence. He also reshared a conspiracy theory that UK was building camps in the Falkland Islands to house rioters, before deleting it. Also read: UK riots: Elon Musk calls PM 'two-tier Keir', compares Britain to Soviet Union The British government at the time pushed back against Musk, calling his comments deplorable and unjustifiable. Watch: UK: Keir Starmer rejects Elon Musk's 'civil war' remark × In 2023, Musk was invited for, but didn't attend, a similar business summit held by the previous Conservative government, led at the time by Rishi Sunak. He then appeared at a fireside chat with Sunak in November during the AI Safety Summit, of which he was a key organiser. Starmer's Labour party politicians had criticised Sunak for his closeness to the tech billionaire, and the fact that he was treated like royalty, with the Tory PM appearing to be beholden to him. It's not the first time that Musk has had run-ins with governments. His negative comments on the UK comes a few days after his online spat with Brazil, whose Supreme Court banned X in the Latin American country. (With inputs from agencies)

Elon Musk accuses UK of releasing paedophiles, apparently after being snubbed for business summit

Prime Minister Boris Johnson will on Thursday unveil what is being billed as Britain's biggest programme of investment in the armed forces since the end of the Cold War.

In a speech to lawmakers in parliament, Johnson will announce an extra £16.5 billion ($22 billion, 18.5 billion euros) in funding over the next four years.

It follows the ruling Conservatives' commitment in their election manifesto last year to increase defence spending by 0.5 per cent above inflation until 2025.

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Johnson's Downing Street office said the cash boost would "cement the UK's position as the largest defence spender in Europe and the second largest in NATO".

It comes despite Britain's economy suffering a historic downturn this year due to the coronavirus crisis, which has seen the government spend unprecedented sums to support people and businesses.

"I have taken this decision in the teeth of the pandemic because the defence of the realm must come first," Johnson said in remarks released ahead of his speech.

"The international situation is more perilous and more intensely competitive than at any time since the Cold War and Britain must be true to our history and stand alongside our allies."

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He added the new funding was "our chance to end the era of retreat" and that it would be used to "upgrade our capabilities across the board".

'Threats'

Britain's increase in military spending, which will total £24.1 billion ($31.8 billion, 26.9 billion euros) over four years, comes at a pivotal moment for the country.

After formally leaving the European Union in January, it will end the 11-month Brexit transition period at the end of the year and begin a new era in international trade and relations.

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Meanwhile US President-elect Joe Biden will take power in late January, with trans-Atlantic allies hoping that marks a more stable period for NATO after the tumult of the Trump years.

Newly appointed United States acting defense secretary Christopher Miller hailed the move Wednesday evening.

"The UK is our most stalwart and capable ally, and this increase in spending is indicative of their commitment to NATO and our shared security," he said in a statement. "With this increase, the UK military will continue to be one of the finest fighting forces in the world."

Increased UK military investments will target "cutting-edge technology", including cyber and space capabilities, while also addressing "weaknesses in our defence arsenal", Downing Street said.

Johnson will announce a new agency dedicated to Artificial Intelligence, the creation of a National Cyber Force and a new "Space Command", capable of launching its first rocket by 2022, it added.

Meanwhile, after a boost of £1.5 billion ($1.9 billion, 1.6 billion euros), nearly £6 billion ($7.9 billion, 6.7 billion euros) will be spent on military research and development, including on upgrading aerial warfare systems.

Defence Secretary Ben Wallace said the settlement provided the "financial certainty we need to modernise, plan for the future and adapt to the threats we face".

"Defence will be at the forefront of creating the jobs and business opportunities that will help us build back from the pandemic," he added.

Prime Minister Boris Johnson will on Thursday unveil what is being billed as Britain's biggest programme of investment in the armed forces since the end of the Cold War.

Prime Minister Boris Johnson will on Thursday unveil what is being billed as Britain's biggest programme of investment in the armed forces since the end of the Cold War. In a speech to lawmakers in parliament, Johnson will announce an extra £16.5 billion ($22 billion, 18.5 billion euros) in funding over the next four years. It follows the ruling Conservatives' commitment in their election manifesto last year to increase defence spending by 0.5 per cent above inflation until 2025. Also read| UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson to ban petrol and diesel cars from 2030 Johnson's Downing Street office said the cash boost would "cement the UK's position as the largest defence spender in Europe and the second largest in NATO". It comes despite Britain's economy suffering a historic downturn this year due to the coronavirus crisis, which has seen the government spend unprecedented sums to support people and businesses. "I have taken this decision in the teeth of the pandemic because the defence of the realm must come first," Johnson said in remarks released ahead of his speech. "The international situation is more perilous and more intensely competitive than at any time since the Cold War and Britain must be true to our history and stand alongside our allies." Also read| Boris Johnson says devolving powers to Scotland was 'a disaster'; faces criticism He added the new funding was "our chance to end the era of retreat" and that it would be used to "upgrade our capabilities across the board". 'Threats' Britain's increase in military spending, which will total £24.1 billion ($31.8 billion, 26.9 billion euros) over four years, comes at a pivotal moment for the country. After formally leaving the European Union in January, it will end the 11-month Brexit transition period at the end of the year and begin a new era in international trade and relations. Also read| UK PM Boris Johnson tells ministers that Brexit deal with EU remains uncertain Meanwhile US President-elect Joe Biden will take power in late January, with trans-Atlantic allies hoping that marks a more stable period for NATO after the tumult of the Trump years. Newly appointed United States acting defense secretary Christopher Miller hailed the move Wednesday evening. "The UK is our most stalwart and capable ally, and this increase in spending is indicative of their commitment to NATO and our shared security," he said in a statement. "With this increase, the UK military will continue to be one of the finest fighting forces in the world." Increased UK military investments will target "cutting-edge technology", including cyber and space capabilities, while also addressing "weaknesses in our defence arsenal", Downing Street said. Johnson will announce a new agency dedicated to Artificial Intelligence, the creation of a National Cyber Force and a new "Space Command", capable of launching its first rocket by 2022, it added. Meanwhile, after a boost of £1.5 billion ($1.9 billion, 1.6 billion euros), nearly £6 billion ($7.9 billion, 6.7 billion euros) will be spent on military research and development, including on upgrading aerial warfare systems. Defence Secretary Ben Wallace said the settlement provided the "financial certainty we need to modernise, plan for the future and adapt to the threats we face". "Defence will be at the forefront of creating the jobs and business opportunities that will help us build back from the pandemic," he added.

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