Islamophobia Triples in Catalonia, Spain, Amid Rise of Far-Right and Disinformation

Islamophobia Triples in Catalonia, Spain, Amid Rise of Far-Right and Disinformation
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Cases of Islamophobia in Catalonia, Spain, have tripled between 2022 and 2024, according to a report from the Catalan police cited by Shia Waves Persian. The number of recorded incidents surged from 22 in 2022 to 72 in 2024, highlighting a concerning trend in the region.

According to Shia News Agency, citing Al Jazeera, social media platforms have become a primary conduit for the dissemination of racist messages and misinformation. Experts attribute this rise in hate speech to the emergence of far-right movements and the widespread circulation of fake news.

This alarming increase in Islamophobic incidents has raised serious concerns regarding the safety and peaceful coexistence of Muslims within Catalonia.