CEM condemns Quran burning in Sweden
On Saturday 21st January 2023, the far-right politician Rasmus Paludan set fire to a copy of the Muslim holy book in front of Turkey’s embassy in the Swedish capital, Stockholm. In regard to this provocative move against millions of Muslims around the world, which has been repeated more than once by the same person in […]
Condemnation of the Paris heinous and bloody attack
On Friday, 23rd December 2022, a heinous and bloody attack was carried out in Paris targeting the “Kurdish Cultural Center, Ahmed Kaya”. Three people were killed while others were injured, some of whom in critical condition. As the Council of European Muslims expresses its sincere condolences to the families of the victims, shares its prayers […]
A Call to give warmth this winter
It’s hard to imagine that many people across Europe are struggling to stay warm in the winter – but that’s the harsh reality. From the homeless forced to sleep out on the streets, others who can’t afford heating, or those who don’t have a winter coat or gloves; shivering days and nights are a reality […]
CEM strongly condemns Istanbul terrorist attack
The Council of European Muslims expresses its strong condemnation and denunciation of the terrorist attack that took place in the Taksim Square in Istanbul, which resulted in several deaths and injuries. The Council of European Muslims also expresses its solidarity with the Turkish people and prays to the Almighty to keep Turkey safe. The Council […]
Sheikh Yusuf Al-Qaradawi Passes Away
Council of European Muslims is deeply saddened by the death of Sheikh Yusuf Al-Qaradawi, one of the Sunni muslim world’s most influential religious scholars, on Monday, September 26, 2022. The late Sheikh Al-Qaradawi was one of the most influential contemporary Muslim scholars. He was named between the top 20 most influential thinkers in a poll […]
CEM urges Muslims across Europe support the millions caught in Pakistan floods
The deadly floods in Pakistan have killed more than 1100 people, left 350,000 homeless and affected 33 million. Council of European Muslims (CEM) extends its sincere condolences to the Pakistani people over the victims of the deadly flood, leaving heavy human losses and material damage. We express our full solidarity with the brotherly Pakistani people […]
CEM: Denmark’s hijab ban proposal is discriminatory and inciteful against muslims in Europe
The Danish government’s so-called “Commission for the Forgotten Women’s Struggle” has recently recommended banning the hijab in primary schools. The recommendation came as the country prepares for early elections, amid different feedback from political parties and civil society institutions. In this regard, Council of European Muslims (CEM) stresses on the following points: – Hijab ban […]
Condolences to the families of the earthquake Afghani victims
A powerful earthquake struck a rural, mountainous region of eastern Afghanistan, left over 1500 victims and dozens more injured and homeless, and hundreds of houses destroyed. The Council of European Muslims expresses its deepest condolences to the families of the victims of the disaster and wish speedy recovery to all the injured. The Council of […]
Closing statement of the Council of European Muslims General Assembly
The Council of European Muslims (CEM) held its general assembly in Istanbul, Turkey from 19th to 22nd May 2022 with the participation of representatives of member organisations from across Europe along with a number of distinguished guests. The assembly elected Mr. Abdallah Ben Mansour as CEM chairman for 2022-2024, along with members of the European […]
Al Jazeera reporter Shireen Abu Akleh shot dead while covering the Israeli raid in Jenin
Al Jazeera reporter Shireen Abu Akleh shot dead while covering the Israeli raid in Jenin. Israeli Sniper targeted her with a bullet behind the ear despite wearing clearly marked “PRESS” jacket and helmet. The Council of European Muslims sends sincere condolences to Abu Akleh’s family and condemns in the strongest possible terms this attack on […]