The Council of European Muslims Calls for a Return to the Ceasefire and the Protection of Civilians in Gaza
At dawn on Tuesday, the Israeli assault on Gaza resumed, leaving over 400 dead and dozens injured, effectively signalling the end of a fragile truce that had shown increasing signs of instability in recent days. The Council of European Muslims, following these developments with deep concern, therefore: • Calls on mediating parties and the states sponsoring […]
Council of European Muslims Warns Against Plans to Displace Palestinians and Calls for Support in Rebuilding Gaza
Just as the people of Gaza began to breathe a sigh of relief following the ceasefire—bringing an end to over fifteen months of suffering, destruction, and loss of life—reports emerged of the US President’s remarks on a proposal to expel and displace Palestinians from Gaza, seizing the territory for American interests. The Council of European […]
A Statement on the Commencement of Ramadan and Shawwal 1446 AH – 2025
Statement by the General Secretariat of the European Council for Fatwa and Research Regarding the Determination of the Start of Ramadan and Shawwal 1446 AH / 2025 CE Praise be to Allah, and blessings and peace be upon the Messenger of Allah. The General Secretariat of the European Council for Fatwa and Research announces the […]
Press Release
This day’s early hours signaled the end of a long and pervasive dictatorship and gave the Syrian people the good news of freedom and liberation from injustice. The Council of European Muslims, at this critical historical moment: – Sends its warmest congratulations and best wishes to the Syrian people on regaining their freedom, especially the […]
Press Statement from the Council of European Muslims
Recent events in the United Kingdom have sparked legitimate and growing concerns among both Muslims and non-Muslims. These incidents follow the murder of three girls a week ago. In the aftermath, far-right organisations falsely claimed that the perpetrator was an immigrant Muslim, a claim officially refuted by the British authorities. The Council of European Muslims […]
Council of European Muslims general conference statement
With God’s assistance and success, the Council of European Muslims convened its twelfth session of general conference in Istanbul, Türkiye, from January 25–28. Several guest speakers and participants attended, as well as representatives from member organisations from across the European continent. A public symposium titled “The Implications of the Middle East on Europe – The […]
Istanbul hosts the largest European muslims conference
The Council of European Muslims is holding its general conference in Istanbul amid the presence of more than 200 participants, including leaders and representatives of its member organisations as well as state officials. The Council of European Muslims (CEM) is an independent, non-profit European institution concerned with the Islamic presence in Europe within its moderate […]
Press release: CEM condemns the massacres committed by the Israeli occupation against the Palestinian people
With the ongoing bombing and use of destructive weapons against the Gaza Strip, thousands of people have been killed, injured, and hundreds of thousands have been forced to flee their homes—the majority of whom are women and children. Over two million people were left without access to basic necessities such as food, fuel, medicine, and […]
Humanitarian Appeal
With every passing day or even hour, the tragedy and humanitarian catastrophe in the Gaza Strip increase. Hundreds of casualties are reported daily, mostly children and women. The collapse of the health system and the lack of basic living conditions deepened the situation. We are witnessing a horrific massacre beyond description. To stop this ongoing […]
Council of European Muslims expresses solidarity with the people of Gaza
The tragic events in the Middle East have had a direct impact on our Muslim populations throughout Europe. The deterioration of the conditions there has now started threatening our societal peace and daily lives. Since each one of us has a duty to play in maintaining societal harmony, the Council of European Muslims urges everyone […]