They might be far away, but many expats are using Twitter to share their thoughts on London's riots.

@kubull As an expat Brit, it's hard to see London look like this, but know it's strong enough to over come and be awesome again! #LondonRiots
@beriyani As a UK expat in Berlin I can only recommend rioting the german way. Every year on the same day in the same place. Civilised. #londonriots
@raitapaita I'm so glad I'm an #expat, no regrets at all about no longer living in #UK! #LondonRiots
@hayley_turner Just received a message from friend in Singapore. Everyone is celebrating their national day - she's embarrassed to be British #londonriots
@irategreek #Greece RT from expat @Elikas: Here in Amsterdam we don't need to worry about riots. Rain is the ultimate repression mechanism.
@afrequentflyer Watching the news here in Spain. These images don't seem real... I hope nothing will happen tonight, this has to stop already #londonriots
@pamrobertson Lots of rules I know, but police seem overwhelmed and as an expat I am struggling with seeing it continue from here. #londonriots
@stevemcconvict I feel sick. Just got into work in Australia and it's not got better it's got worse. #londonriots Hope all family and friends are safe.
@Turnip_King On Twitter for 1st time in months. Wtf is happening back home?! Not to sound like a typical expat but it's better here...Sunshine, no riots!
@rosecoloma Saddened to hear about riots in my once temporary home, my other sentimental love, LONDON! Stay safe (expat & local) Londoners.
@aneholawson As a hackney born and bred expat lastnight reminded me of 80's UK.