French Prime Minister’s Proposal to Ban Hijabs for Minors Sparks Controversy
23 May 2025
In France, Gabriel Attal’s proposals, leader of the presidential party Renaissance, on "Muslim entrism" are far from unanimous.
Religion
Paris Grand Mosque Opposes Assisted Dying Bill as French Parliament Debates
19 May 2025
The Grand Mosque of Paris expresses its opposition to a proposed law establishing a right to assisted dying, which will be put to a vote in the National Assembly on May 27.
Unsigned Poster Urges Muslims to Boycott Eid al-Adha 2025 in Southern France, Sparking Community Backlash
17 May 2025
In the department of Gard, in southern France, an unsigned public poster invites Muslims in the region to "boycott the sacrifice on the day of Eid al-Kebir, expected to be on (…)
French Government Blocks Muslim Exhibition Near Lyon Over Extremism Concerns
16 May 2025
Complying with the instructions of the French Minister of the Interior, Bruno Retailleau, Christophe Quiniou, mayor of Meyzieu, has banned the holding of a Muslim exhibition in (…)
Islamophobic and Neo-Nazi Stickers Spark Outrage in Orleans, University Files Complaint
16 May 2025
The University of Orleans filed a complaint on Thursday following the discovery of Islamophobic and neo-Nazi stickers. The City intends to do the same.
Belgium’s Public Service Minister Faces Backlash Over Headscarf Inquiry
15 May 2025
The collective Les 100 diplômées denounces a letter dated April 24, addressed by the Minister of Public Service, Vanessa Matz, to federal senior officials, which it perceives (…)
Eid al-Adha 2024: Key Dates for Muslim ’Feast of Sacrifice’ in France and Saudi Arabia
14 May 2025
Muslims around the world are preparing to celebrate the most important holiday in the Muslim calendar, Eid al-Adha, also known as the "Feast of Sacrifice". When will it take (…)
French Muslims Fear Rising Islamophobia After Fatal Mosque Stabbing
12 May 2025
Since April 25th, Muslims in France have been living in fear. On that date, suspect Olivier H. fatally stabbed Aboubakar Cissé, a 22-year-old Malian, in a mosque in Gard.
Lamb Prices Surge in France Ahead of Eid al-Adha Celebration
9 May 2025
A few weeks before the celebration of Eid al-Adha in France, the price of lamb is experiencing a slight increase.
French PM Defends Use of ’Islamophobia’ Term After Mosque Killing
6 May 2025
The French Prime Minister explains the term "Islamophobic ignominy" he used in a post on X the day after the death of Aboubakar Cissé, a 22-year-old Malian killed in the mosque (…)