Anjem Choudary, out of jail, threatens Spain with lawsuit over Holy Week Processions
Because “Spain’s traditional Holy Week processions are an “offense to Islam” and to the Prophet Muhammad,”
A group of British Muslims of Iranian origin, led by Anjem Choudary, is threatening to file a lawsuit before the European Court of Human Rights in Strasbourg.
They allege that Spain’s traditional Holy Week processions are an “offense to Islam” and to the Prophet Muhammad, demanding their immediate ban.
British Muslims will ask the Strasbourg Court to abolish Holy Week in Spain.
The Muslim group intends to sue Spain in Strasbourg over these Catholic processions, with Choudary arguing that these religious events, rooted in Catholic tradition since 1978, are a “provocation” against Muslims.
“It’s an offense to the thousands of Muslims forced to live in secrecy ,” declared the leader, known for his history of radical statements. The legal challenge seeks to have Spain suspend these centuries-old celebrations, triggering a strong backlash throughout the country.
In recent years, several European countries have faced similar tensions.
In France, for example, a 2024 report by Le Figaro revealed that Islamist groups attempted to ban Christmas celebrations in public spaces, claiming they “offended” their faith.
In Belgium, Christmas markets were canceled following similar pressures — a move that unsurprisingly sparked massive protests. These cases reveal a troubling pattern: the imposition of cultural restrictions under the guise of “tolerance.
This case raises serious questions about the limits of multiculturalism in Europe. Should ancient traditions give way to external demands?
The Strasbourg court’s decision could set a dangerous precedent — not only for Spain but for the entire continent.
In the meantime, Spanish society must prepare to defend its cultural heritage and send a very clear message: Holy Week is untouchable
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I hope they’ve put the bollards out to protect people from the lone wolf homicidal drivers.
Will they give in or tell them to shove islam where the sun dont shine?
appeasement. British Style.
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it is RE Spain old coot
with rootless Islamists out of appeasement-central Britain
(not great britain)
Well it was the British PM who appeased Hitler. fucked if I know what spain had to do with anything.
Please explain for others.
Another round of ‘my imaginary friend can beat your imaginary friend’.
Its not so much a religious issue as a cultural one. Although Western culture has its roots in Christianity, it largely functions in a secular way. Islamic Religion and culture are tightly wound, and there are very few majority Islam states that are run in a secular way. ( Turkey may have been one exception). Secular states with majority Christian populations generally run with a high level of tolerance for all people. Islamic states – not so much.
You make a valid point. Until the Reformation of the 16th Century the Catholic Church had a death grip on Europe & Britain resulting in what we now call the Dark Ages.
Once the wretched Vatican was on the back foot ignorance ebbed & freedoms of speech, thought & deeds were demanded by the now prosperous & powerful middle class. Church & State were no longer one.
This is the movement that bypassed Islam. It is the reason why Muslims today are generally pig ignorant, indoctrinated & exist under the total domination of their religious masters.
Church & State were no longer one.
Except in the National Party.
Seneca is quoted as saying; ‘religion is regarded by the common people as true, by the wise as false, and by rulers as useful.’
National falls into the last category.