British YouTuber Miles Routledge Faces Backlash Over Racist Remarks Targeting Indians
Miles Routledge, a UK-based YouTuber known for his controversial online presence, has sparked outrage with a series of racist and provocative posts targeting Indians on the social media platform X (formerly known as Twitter). Routledge, who gained attention in 2021 after being stranded in Afghanistan during the Taliban takeover, recently made headlines again for all the wrong reasons.
Controversial Comments and Provocations
The controversy began when Routledge shared a meme video of U.S. President Joe Biden launching nuclear missiles from hidden silos, with the caption: “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. I’m not talking huge incidents; I’m itching to launch and atomize entire nations over the smallest infraction.”
The situation escalated when Routledge added a particularly inflammatory comment: “Hell, I might just launch at India just for the sake of it!” This statement was followed by a series of tweets in which Routledge mocked an anonymous Indian user who had reportedly threatened him. In one such tweet, he wrote, “Saar I will see you soon saar,” and followed it up with derogatory remarks about the user’s mother, further intensifying the backlash.
Widespread Criticism and Defense
Routledge’s comments quickly drew widespread criticism, with many condemning his racist remarks and calling for accountability. However, the YouTuber showed no remorse, responding to a user who accused him of “rage-baiting” by admitting his dislike for India. “Believe it or not, I just don’t like India. Also, I can sense an Indian—he is Indian. If a man online suddenly talks about ducking your mother in the first response, he’s Indian. Many such cases,” he tweeted.
Background and Reactions
Miles Routledge first rose to prominence after his evacuation from Afghanistan in 2021, where he had found himself trapped during the Taliban’s rapid takeover. Since then, he has cultivated a reputation for controversial and often offensive content, but his latest remarks appear to have crossed a line for many.
Critics argue that his comments trivialize the potential devastation of nuclear warfare and perpetuate harmful stereotypes about Indians. The backlash has intensified, with calls for social media platforms like X to take action against such inflammatory content.
Routledge’s comments have ignited a broader discussion about the responsibilities of public figures and content creators on social media. As the outrage continues, the incident serves as a stark reminder of the impact and consequences of hateful rhetoric online. Social media platforms, users, and influencers alike are being urged to promote respectful discourse and combat the spread of racism and bigotry.