They spoke through an interpreter in Romanian to confirm their names and ages.

Their solicitor said they would be denying the charges.

A peaceful protest was held on Monday 9 June, but after it dispersed rioting broke out.

A number of nights of violence then followed in which 64 police officers were injured.

In a statement on Friday night, a PSNI spokesperson said “anyone who can assist in identifying these individuals should contact us on 101, or directly on 02890922815”.