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France tries far-right cell accused of plotting attacks on Muslims
June 15, 2025
France tries far-right cell accused of plotting attacks on Muslims
France tries far-right cell accused of plotting attacks on Muslims ……………….. A major trial has begun in Paris involving 16 suspects linked to a far-right extremist group known as “Action des Forces Opérationnelles” (AFO). The group is accused of planning…
France to ban knife sales and social media for minors after school stabbing
June 13, 2025
France to ban knife sales and social media for minors after school stabbing
France to ban knife sales and social media for minors after school stabbing French authorities have announced new measures to tackle youth violence, including banning knife sales to minors and restricting social media access for under-15s, following the fatal stabbing…
Italians vote on migrant citizenship requirements, 4 other amendments
June 8, 2025
Italians vote on migrant citizenship requirements, 4 other amendments
Italians vote on migrant citizenship requirements, 4 other amendments —————————- Italians began voting Sunday in a two-day abrogative referendum on reducing citizenship requirements and reversing labor market liberalization measures, Anadolu Agency reported. The referendum includes five questions, with the first…
Former Muslim Worship Site in Northeastern France Vandalized
May 30, 2025
Former Muslim Worship Site in Northeastern France Vandalized
Former Muslim Worship Site in Northeastern France Vandalized —————————— Authorities have not yet identified those responsible for the recent vandalism of a former Muslim place of worship in northeastern France, Anadolu Agency reported. The building, located in L’Hopital near Saint-Avold…
France Advances Controversial Bill to Ban Headscarves in Sports, Sparking Debate on Religious Freedom
May 26, 2025
France Advances Controversial Bill to Ban Headscarves in Sports, Sparking Debate on Religious Freedom
France is moving forward with a contentious bill that would ban headscarves in all sporting competitions, a measure seen by critics as disproportionately targeting Muslim athletes, an article by TRT World reported. The legislation, supported by right-wing politicians, has passed…
France detects new COVID-19 variant NB.1.8.1 for the first time
May 25, 2025
France detects new COVID-19 variant NB.1.8.1 for the first time
France has identified four cases of the NB.1.8.1 COVID-19 variant, confirmed by the National Reference Center in Lyon, Anadolu Agency reported. Virologist Bruno Lina noted cases were found both in hospitals and the community. The European CDC reported that since…
French Muslim Council Warns of Rising Stigmatization Amid Government Report Leak
May 24, 2025
French Muslim Council Warns of Rising Stigmatization Amid Government Report Leak
France’s leading Muslim organization has raised alarms about growing anti-Muslim sentiment following leaks of a controversial government report, TRT Global reported. The French Council of the Muslim Faith (CFCM) stated Wednesday that Muslims increasingly face “constant suspicion,” citing undefined terms…
Macron’s Party Proposes Ban on Headscarves for Girls Under 15 Amid Concerns Over Political Islamism
May 22, 2025
Macron’s Party Proposes Ban on Headscarves for Girls Under 15 Amid Concerns Over Political Islamism
French President Emmanuel Macron’s party, Renaissance, has proposed banning girls under 15 from wearing the Muslim headscarf in all public spaces, The Guardian reported. This initiative comes amid heightened government scrutiny of “political Islamism” following a report commissioned by Macron…
Mosque desecration in France sparks outrage and demands for protectio
May 19, 2025
Mosque desecration in France sparks outrage and demands for protectio
The desecration of a mosque in Orléans, France, has triggered anger within the Muslim community after a bottle of alcohol was found near the prayer niche during a congregational prayer. Worshippers believe the act was deliberate and occurred while they…
Paris airport chaos resumes on second day after air traffic breakdown
May 19, 2025
Paris airport chaos resumes on second day after air traffic breakdown
An air traffic control malfunction at Paris-Orly airport on Sunday caused the cancellation of about 130 flights, disrupting travel for thousands of passengers, Arab News reported. The breakdown, reportedly due to a radar failure, affected flights to European, North African,…