India, Sept. 12 -- Harry Potter author J.K. Rowling has publicly criticized UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer following his statement on the killing of US conservative activist Charlie Kirk. The 31-year-old was shot dead during an event in Utah, sending shockwaves through American politics.

In a message of condolence, Starmer said political debate must always be free from threats or violence. Starmer wrote in a tweet, "My thoughts this evening are with the loved ones of Charlie Kirk. It is heartbreaking to see that a young family has been robbed of a father and a husband." The Prime Minister added, "We must all be free to debate openly and freely without fear. There can be no justification for political violence."

The Edinburgh-based autho...