Italy Deports Imam Zulfiqar Khan Over Radical Views and Antisemitism

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|Times of India|8 months ago

On October 8, 2024, Italy deported Zulfiqar Khan, a 54-year-old imam from Bologna, due to his radical views and antisemitic rhetoric. Khan, a Pakistani citizen, had his residence permit revoked after authorities noted his increasing ideological fanaticism since autumn 2023. His sermons included anti-Western sentiments and support for Hamas, which he did not label as a terrorist organization. The deportation coincided with Italy's firm stance against pro-Palestinian extremism, especially following the October 7th massacre. This action followed the sanctioning of another imam, Mohammad Hannoun, linked to Hamas.

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