An Iraqi man named Salwan Momika has been shot dead in Stockholm, the capital of Sweden. According to Swedish authorities, five people were arrested on suspicion of murder. The incident occurred while Momika was awaiting a verdict in a trial where he faced accusations of inciting racial hatred.
Momika had planned Quran-burning protests in 2023, citing concerns that the Quran posed a threat to democracy and human rights. His demonstrations sparked outrage in Sweden. Authorities initially denied him permission to protest but later overturned this decision due to freedom of speech.
An online account claiming to be Momika’s posted updates about his trial and expressed anti-Islam sentiments. Earlier this month, the account asked for donations to support Momika’s asylum bid in the US.
The Swedish government has activated its security services to investigate the murder, as there is a risk that it may be linked to foreign powers. The case will now be handled by a prosecutor who will also consider the implications of Momika’s words and actions on the community.
Source: https://edition.cnn.com/2025/01/30/europe/salwan-momika-quran-burnings-sweden-dead-intl/index.html