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January 28, 2025

Ahsan Hamza

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Islamophobia and its Challenges

No religion is the source of terrorism; rather, it is misuse of faith by individuals who fuel violence and extremism, distorting the core message. Religion should be a source of unity, not division, which is the core principle of Islam. Islamophobia, characterized by fear and hatred against Muslims, has been escalating globally due to various factors, including misinterpretation of Islam, lack of unity among Islamic countries, biased international media coverage, and the use of anti-Muslim rhetoric by political leaders to gain support, leading to profound consequences for the Muslim world; therefore, pertinent measures are required to mitigate the rising threat