Sweden to Prosecute Two Men for Quran Burnings
The men face charges of inciting hate against Muslims after multiple Quran desecrations in 2023.
- Swedish prosecutors charge Salwan Momika and Salwan Najem with hate crimes for burning the Quran.
- The incidents sparked international outrage and heightened security concerns in Sweden.
- Evidence includes video recordings of the men burning the Quran and making derogatory remarks about Muslims.
- One defendant claims his actions were protected under Sweden's constitution as free speech.
- The burnings led to protests in Muslim-majority countries and strained Sweden's diplomatic relations.