Salwan Momika, the Iraqi immigrant infamous for desecrating the Qur’an in Sweden, was shot dead in his home in Sodertalje. Police responded to an overnight shooting, finding Momika critically injured. He later died at the hospital, prompting a Murder investigation. Several arrests have been made. Momika, who faced charges of incitement to racial hatred, sparked global outrage with his actions in 2023, leading to diplomatic tensions. His death coincided with a postponed trial verdict. Sweden’s stance on Qur’an burnings has drawn criticism, further escalating tensions.
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The incidents caused international outrage, and the ensuing protests helped fuel tensions over immigration from the Middle East and predominantly Muslim countries.
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