Shaheer Choudhury

As Head of Editorial at Islam21c, Shaheer is a regular contributor who has an unwavering passion and commitment for staying on the pulse in regards to global geopolitical and general current affairs, whilst paying close attention to the changing world conditions of Muslim populations. Prior to joining Islam21c, he developed a number of years' experience in the health and social care sector, and previously worked as a caseworker at HHUGS. He has also volunteered at the Muslim Youth Helpline. Shaheer holds a bachelor's degree in Business Management from Kingston University.
429 Articles

Canadian parliament agrees Uyghur oppression amounts to genocide

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The leader of the Conservatives said the motion was intended to send a “clear and unequivocal signal that we will stand up for human rights and the dignity of human rights, even if it means sacrificing some economic opportunity”.

One dead and thousands homeless after Kenyan police violently evict Nubian community

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The demolition of the community’s mosque came without warning, with over 3,500 men, women and children now forcefully evicted from a settlement they had lived in for 83 years.

The Repentant Sinner

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Repentance is a necessary part of life, but so too is sinning, because without the ability to sin, repentance would have no use to us.

’Israel’ reportedly spent $1.2m on COVID jabs for Syrian regime

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’Israel' reportedly spent $1.2m on COVID jabs for Syrian regime as a bargaining chip to facilitate prisoner swap.

University of Bristol professor called out for Islamophobic rhetoric

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The University of Bristol Islamic Society has launched a social media campaign with the hashtag #ScrapTheModule, whilst releasing a damning statement concerning a law professor for “Islamophobic, bigoted and divisive” remarks.

Muslim cabbies “humiliated” after being forced to pray in open-air Heathrow car park

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“Conditions have deteriorated to the point that I believe they are dangerous...I feel that the airport authorities treat us with complete contempt.”

Prevent: Human rights groups boycott review following appointment of Shawcross

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“We, the undersigned groups, cannot be complicit in a process that serves only to rubber stamp a fundamentally flawed strategy. We therefore announce a collective boycott of the Prevent review.”

Broadcasting chief responds after China bans BBC World News

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China has attacked the BBC for its extensive reporting on the plight of the Uyghurs, as well as on the country’s response to the coronavirus pandemic.

Report: British Muslims have provided “remarkable level of contributions” during COVID-19 pandemic

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During the course of the COVID-19 pandemic, the British media has been remarkably muted in documenting the enormous efforts by Muslims across the country who have given and continue to give an immense amount of support to those in need during these challenging and unprecedented times.

Biden seeks Guantanamo closure by 2024

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The administration of the 46th President of the United States Joe Biden has reiterated its strong intent to close the long-opposed Guantanamo Bay Detention Camp in Cuba, following a formal review initiated on Friday.