Spain
Muslim Butcher in Spain Sparks Controversy by Selling Pork Alongside Halal Meat
Rachid, a Muslim butcher of Moroccan origin in Bilbao, faces criticism from his community since he decided to sell pork, in addition to halal meat.
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Religion
France
Muslim Woman's Veil Torn Off in Alleged Hate Crime Attack in Poissy, France
A 26-year-old woman was the victim of an assault in Poissy (Yvelines). She filed a complaint, accusing her attacker of notably tearing off her veil. An investigation is underway.
France
Mélenchon Consoles Muslim Woman at Paris Anti-Islamophobia Rally Following Mosque Attack
During a rally against Islamophobia organized in Paris after the murder committed Friday in a mosque in Gard, the leader of La France Insoumise (LFI) Jean-Luc Mélenchon , embraces a tearful Muslim woman.
Morocco
Morocco Charters Flights to Rescue Stranded Pilgrims from Saudi Arabia
Flights have been chartered by Moroccan authorities for the return of Moroccan pilgrims stranded in Saudi Arabia due to the withdrawal of the Saudi airline that was supposed to bring them back to Morocco.
France
France Boosts Mosque Security Nationwide After Fatal Stabbing in Gard
Security around all mosques in France will be reinforced, announced Bruno Retailleau, Minister of the Interior, on Sunday. A measure taken after the murder of a young Malian, stabbed to death on Friday in a mosque in Gard.
Morocco
Morocco Warns Pilgrims of Strict Saudi Arabia Entry Rules for 2025 Hajj
The Moroccan Consulate General in Jeddah alerts Moroccan pilgrims about the risks of non-compliance with entry and stay rules in Saudi Arabia during the Hajj of the year 1446 AH, corresponding to 2025.
Belgium
Belgian School Accused of Discriminatory Dress Code Enforcement in Anderlecht
Nadia Kammachi, group leader of Écolo/Groen in Anderlecht, denounces the "clothing harassment" and "discrimination" that have allegedly been taking place at the Athénée Joseph Bracops in Anderlecht for months.
France
Court Overturns Decision to Revoke Muslim School's State Contract in Lille
On Wednesday, the Administrative Court of Lille overturned the decision of the Nord Prefecture that deprived the Muslim high school Averroes of its association contract with the State. Examining the merits of the case for the first time, the judges ruled that the "serious breaches of the fundamental principles of the Republic" alleged by the prefecture were not sufficiently proven and noted irregularities in the procedure.
Morocco
Morocco's Crown Prince to Represent Kingdom at Pope Francis's Funeral
Prince Moulay Hassan is expected this Saturday at the Vatican for Pope Francis’s funeral, where he will represent the Kingdom of Morocco.
France
State Council Overturns Mosque's Religious Status Revocation in Noisy-le-Grand
The legal battle between the State and the Muslims of Noisy-le-Grand (MNLG) association takes a new turn. On Friday, April 18, the Council of State annulled the prefectural decision that had withdrawn the association’s religious status in 2021, thus allowing the organization to retain its status.
Morocco
Morocco's Christian Heritage: A Centuries-Old Tradition Protected by Modern Monarchs
In an interview, geopolitical analyst Jean-Baptiste Noé asserts that "the Moroccan government has never persecuted Christians."
Sport
Cycling Champion Evenepoel Credits Islamic Faith for Comeback Victory at Brabantse Pijl
Belgian cyclist Remco Evenepoel won the Brabantse Pijl on Friday, his first race after injury and a long rehabilitation. A victory he owes to his wife of Moroccan origin, Oumaima Oumi Rayane, who guided him towards Islam during these difficult times.