Controversy Erupts as Teen’s Anti-Islam Video Goes Viral, Sparking Debate on Religion and Race

"By insulting Islam, we target Arabs and Blacks," said Rose Ameziane, president of the Mouvement-Territoires, on the CNews channel, to comment on the video, which went viral on social media, of a young high school student who attacked the Muslim religion.

"You can’t be racist about a religion. Islam is a religion. I said what I thought about it; you’re not going to make me regret it. Your religion is shit," said Mila, the 16-year-old high school student. She says she has no regrets about her remarks, as it was really her opinion.

While some Internet users condemn the act, others, including public figures, express their support for the teenager, arguing that blasphemy is not illegal in France. Two hashtags appear: #JeSuisMila and #JeNeSuisPasMila.

"Shame on the prosecution that puts the victim and her attackers on an equal footing! Let’s support Mila against the prosecution that has just opened an investigation against her because she dared to criticize Islam... It is those who threaten her with death that must be condemned! #JeSuisMila," said the deputy and president of Debout La France, Nicolas Dupont-Aignan.