Sport
French Senate Bans Religious Symbols in Sports, Including Muslim Veil
The French Senate this week passed a law banning the wearing of religious symbols, including the veil, by Muslim women in sports competitions and swimming pools.
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Islam
Morocco
French School in Morocco Sparks Debate Over Ramadan Accommodation
A French high school finds itself at the heart of a controversy after giving a deadline to personnel of the French education system in Morocco who plan to participate in a training in March to indicate if they intend to observe the Ramadan fast or not.
Morocco
Drought Decimates Morocco's Livestock, Threatening Future Eid Celebrations
In Morocco, the local livestock herd has been heavily impacted by seven years of drought to the point where the celebration of Eid al-Adha 2025 is threatened.
France
Former French Media Executive Fined for Anti-Muslim Comments
The Paris Criminal Court has convicted commentator Jean-Claude Dassier, former president of the Olympique de Marseille (OM) football club, for anti-Muslim remarks made on air in December 2022.
Morocco
Morocco's Sheep Supply Sufficient for Eid Al-Adha Despite Drought Challenges
Abderrahmane Mejdoubi, president of the National Association of Sheep and Goat Breeders (ANOC), denies rumors that the national herd of sheep and goats would be "well below" demand for Eid Al-Adha 2025.
Morocco
Moroccan Police Report 160 Offenses at Religious Sites in 2024
A total of 160 offenses committed in places of worship, including mosques, Christian churches and Jewish synagogues, were handled by the Moroccan police during the year 2024, said the spokesman for the General Directorate of National Security (DGSN) on Sunday.
France
Metz Mosque: King Mohammed VI’s donation confirmed and regulated
Mohamed Hicham Joudat, president of the association of the Grand Mosque of Metz (GMM), provides clarifications on the funding of the future place of worship, amounting to one million euros from King Mohammed VI .
France
French Minister Faces Pushback on Proposed University Veil Ban
During the show hosted by David Pujadas on TF1 and LCI, Lilia Bouziane, a veiled student, had an intense exchange with French Interior Minister Bruno Retailleau, who is considering banning the Islamic veil at universities.
Morocco
Alcohol Sales Spark Controversy in Moroccan Tourist Region
A lively controversy is currently shaking the commune of Setti Fatma, in the Marrakech region. The cause: the project to open an alcoholic beverage outlet. More than 30 local associations have sounded the alarm, denouncing an initiative that could tarnish the image of this renowned tourist site.
France
France 5 Drops Comedian After Controversy Over Appearance and Social Media Posts
Accused of Islamism after his first appearance on the "C à Vous" program on France 5 on January 31, the comedian Merwane Benlazar "will no longer be on screen," said Rachida Dati, the Minister of Culture, at the Senate on Wednesday.
France
French Interior Minister Revives Debate on Islam's Role in France
Bruno Retailleau, the French Minister of the Interior, is relaunching the debate on the Forum of Islam in France, created by his predecessor Gérald Darmanin in February 2022, to replace the French Council of the Muslim Faith (CFCM). He recently discussed this issue with representatives of the Muslim faith.
Morocco
Ramadan in France to Begin March 1, 2025, CFCM Announces
Muslims in France now know the start date of the month of Ramadan, as well as the amount of zakat al-fitr. The French Council of the Muslim Faith (CFCM) made the announcements on Tuesday.