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Moscow Arrests Ten Senior Muslim Leaders

news.google.com · May 24, 2026

CSPII Commentary: The Russian authorities have arrested on a variety of charges ten senior Muslim leaders, an action that some are linking to a recent suggestion that Muslims are ready to take power in Russia and that others say is directed at undermining an even more senior mufti who in the Kremlin’s view has taken a too independent line.

Hamtramck, Michigan: Residents complain that ‘call to prayer’ is too loud

thehamtramckreview.com · May 23, 2026

In Hamtramck, a Muslim-majority city in the United States, residents complained at a city council meeting that the Ideal Islamic Center and another mosque broadcast the Muslim call to prayer too loudly and too early. In Dearborn, a neighboring Muslim-majority city, residents are [pleading for action](https://x.com/ImtiazMadmood/status/2057796583639359902) over the same nuisance.

Temple Israel teacher speaks out after Hezbollah-inspired truck and explosives attack - WXYZ Channel 7

news.google.com · May 23, 2026

CSPII Commentary: A Temple Israel toddler teacher recounts protecting children during the March 12 attack on Michigan's largest Jewish temple in West Bloomfield. The FBI later characterized the assault as Hezbollah-inspired terrorism. The attacker rammed the building with a truck, carried explosives, and opened fire while 140 children and more than 50 staff were inside.

Senegal PM says tyrannical West wants to 'impose' homosexuality

Africanews · May 22, 2026

Senegalese Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko on Friday condemned Western "tyranny" in wanting to "impose" homosexuality, and rejected any attempt to stop the application of a new law toughening sentences for same-sex relations.

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