Morocco
Bestselling Author Leïla Slimani Quits Social Media, Citing Rampant Hate
Moroccan writer Leïla Slimani has deactivated all her social media accounts. She says she is outraged and saddened by the hatred that reigns there.
Topic
Islamophobia
France
French Government Moves to Dissolve Islamic Groups Accused of 'Separatism'
The Minister of the Interior, Gerard Darmanin, announced the dissolution of several associations considered "separatist". This measure will be proposed this week in the Council of Ministers for adoption.
France
Muslim Rights Group Files Complaint Against Critics After Teacher's Murder
The death of the beheaded professor has provoked a backlash against the Collective Against Islamophobia in France (CCIF). The association defending the rights of Muslims has filed a complaint against Zineb El Rhazoui and Aurore Bergé who accuse them of "having led a harassment campaign against this teacher".
France
French Interior Minister Tackles Drug Trafficking, Migration in Morocco Visit
The first visit to Morocco by French Interior Minister Gérald Darmanin was not a smooth one, as the issues addressed were all of importance. On the menu: drugs, migration, counter-terrorism, recruitment of imams...
France
Renowned Author Advocates for Arabic Language Education in Schools to Combat Islamophobia
Franco-Moroccan writer Tahar Ben Jelloun is weighing in on the debate over the teaching of Arabic in schools. He stated on Europe 1 that the integration of Arabic in education would be a wealth for culture, and a huge help in the fight against Islamophobia and terrorism.
France
Muslim Leaders Warn Macron Over 'Islamophobia' and 'Separatism' Policies in France
The treatment of Islam and Muslims in France, through the concept of "separatism", is a concern for high Muslim officials. A collective of mosques and Muslim associations in the Île-de-France region has warned Emmanuel Macron against what it calls "the deleterious escalation".
Morocco
French Leftist Leader Mélenchon Condemns Islamophobia, Citing Personal Experience
On the set of France Inter , Jean-Luc Mélenchon clearly expressed his views on the way the Muslim community is stigmatized by the French government. "Stop pointing the finger at Muslims," he said, referring to his childhood in Morocco.
France
Al-Azhar Condemns Macron's Speech on Islam as 'Racist' and 'False'
Emmanuel Macron’s speech against Islamist separatism did not receive a favorable response from members of the Sunni Islamic institution Al-Azhar. They denounce a speech tinged with racism and that makes serious accusations against Islam.
France
Comedian Yassine Belattar Slams CNews for Alleged Anti-Muslim Bias
Cnews is facing the outburst of Yassine Belattar who accuses the channel of multiplying attacks against Muslims and Islam.
France
French Unions Oppose 'Separatism' Law, Citing Concerns Over Muslim Stigmatization
In France, five unions express their opposition to the draft law against separatism. They say no to "a new Islamophobic campaign of stigmatization of Muslim populations".
Belgium
Belgian Police Investigate Racist Chants at Ostend Protest March
Racist slogans such as "Muslim parasites" were heard at the "march against impunity" organized on Sunday in Ostend following some violent incidents that occurred on the coast this summer. The local police have opened an investigation.
Morocco
Mosque in Tarbes, France Vandalized with Islamophobic Graffiti Amid Terror Trial
The Omar Ibn Al-Khattab mosque in Tarbes (Hautes-Pyrénées) was the target of vandalism during the night of September 1 to 2, with tags painted in spray paint on the walls of the mosque representing the Prophet declaring "I am a coward".