Muslim Federations Seek Consensus on French Islam Charter
21 January 2021
The three Muslim federations, members of the French Council of the Muslim Faith (CFCM) who asked for time to sign the "charter of principles for Islam in France" gave, on (…)
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French Justice Minister Defends Veil as Potential Choice in Secularism Debate
20 January 2021
Before the deputies, the Minister of Justice, Éric Dupond-Moretti, spoke about the Draft Law strengthening respect for the principles of the Republic, including the wearing of (…)
Muslim Community Feels Targeted by French Anti-Extremism Bill, Lawmaker Says
20 January 2021
The PCF deputy Elsa Faucillon affirms that the Muslim community is stigmatized through the draft law "strengthening the republican principles" aimed at fighting radical Islam.
French Muslims Adjust Prayer Times as Nationwide 6 PM Curfew Takes Effect
18 January 2021
Following the decision of the French Prime Minister, Jean Castex, to implement the curfew from 6 p.m. throughout France, the French Council of the Muslim Faith (CFCM) calls on (…)
French Muslim Council Adopts Charter Affirming Islam’s Compatibility with Republican Values
18 January 2021
The members of the French Council of the Muslim Faith (CFCM) have signed a "charter of principles" of Islam in France. The initiative was welcomed by the Minister of the (…)
Macron Meets Muslim Leaders as France Adopts Islam Charter
18 January 2021
The President of the French Republic, Emmanuel Macron, will receive, on Monday, January 18, 2021, the leaders of the French Council of the Muslim Faith (CFCM). They have (…)
French Politicians Demand Tougher Cyberbullying Laws After Activist’s Acquittal
17 January 2021
French politicians are outraged by the acquittal of Idriss Sihamedi, the founding president of BarakaCity, who was prosecuted for "cyberbullying" against journalist and (…)
France Closes 9 Mosques in Crackdown on Islamist Separatism
17 January 2021
Nine mosques have been closed in France in recent weeks as part of the fight against separatism, the French Interior Minister, Gérard Darmanin, announced on Saturday. These (…)
Morocco-Israel Ties Deepen as Diplomat Highlights Shared Jewish Heritage
17 January 2021
The new dynamic of relations between Morocco and Israel should in no way be described as normalization, according to Omar Hilale. The Permanent Representative of Morocco to the (…)
Religious Leaders Affirm COVID-19 Vaccines Compatible with Muslim and Jewish Faiths
16 January 2021
While the vaccination campaign is in full swing around the world, the fear of Muslims and Jews revolves around the components of the vaccine. But to reassure both, the Pfizer, (…)