Recently, the Bosnian mosque in Norrkoping, Sweden was subjected to a senseless attack where windows were smashed and offensive messages defaced the walls. The Bosnian Islamic Assembly in Norrkoping along with other associations have expressed their strong condemnation of this act of hate, linking it to past experiences of discrimination faced by Bosnian refugees in Sweden.
They view this attack as not just an assault on their mosque and community, but on the core values of respect, tolerance, and diversity that shape Swedish society. This incident is part of a disturbing trend of increasing Islamophobia in the country, prompting a call for greater government action to protect religious freedom and combat hate crimes.
Despite this act of hatred, the community remains resolute in their commitment to continue building their mosque and maintaining it as an inclusive space for all residents of Norrkoping. The outpouring of support and solidarity from individuals has further strengthened their resolve to stand against intolerance.