Muslims Threaten to Sue Spain in Strasbourg Over Holy Week Processions, Claim They “Offend Islam”.
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.
Musulmanes británicos pedirán al Tribunal de Estrasburgo eliminar la Semana Santa en España.https://t.co/xKHLZLpUFh pic.twitter.com/4FHkTROBse
— MARVEL ¡V.E.R.D.E! (@marvel1958) March 14, 2016
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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Joana Campos
Joana Campos es abogada y editora con más de 10 años de experiencia en la gestión de proyectos de desarrollo internacional, enfocada en la sostenibilidad y el impacto social positivo. Anteriormente, trabajó como abogada corporativa. Egresada de la Universidad de Guadalajara.
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Joana Campos is a lawyer and editor with over 10 years of experience in managing international development projects, focused on sustainability and positive social impact. Previously, she worked as a corporate lawyer. She is a graduate of the University of Guadalajara.
22 comentarios en «Muslims Threaten to Sue Spain in Strasbourg Over Holy Week Processions, Claim They “Offend Islam”.»
Well if they are offend now there gonna be really piss off when Jesus sends them to hell.
lsIam is the scourge of the worId.
Simple solution – kick all muslims out of the country. They don’t belong there, anyway, and they certainly don’t do any good for the nation.
Tell this rag head to FO!
Not a religion Goanfüüchyerself masoud
If that offends them, they can always go back to AbbaDabba land where they came from.
Goanfüüchyerself
Saw a bumper sticker last week. It read as follows
Fit in of Fuck off
I believe they did that once before… Time for a little bit of history repeating.
F Islam
One word: Incompatible.
Islam is not compatible with life on earth.
And stupid westerners still believe that Islam does not intend to take over and extinguish them.
way to endear your kind to the rest of the world.
The premier Hispanic accomplishment of 1492 had nothing to do with Cristóbal Colón, a/k/a Christopher Columbus.
Islam’s motivation is to subject people to Muslim mastery and force involuntary conversion or death. That is not a religion. It is Nazism written in Bold Letters.
Interesting. I entered my comment with the word P R E M I E R and gatewayhispanic translated it to F I R S T as though it were Spanish.
Satan hates Resurrection Sunday and always tries to attack it.
All muzslimes are tools of Satan
There is only one God, the God of Abraham.
And islam is offensive to God.
Jesus has always been offensive to evil satanists.
New flash ….
I could not give a rat’s a*s&s%s what Islam thinks about any of it. If they do not like it they can go home. The government needs to come right out and tell them that. Do not give them one inch. Not one.