Shaheer Choudhury

As Head of Editorial at Islam21c, Shaheer is a regular contributor who has a 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 couple 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. He is a Trustee of HHUGS.
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Israeli soldiers arrest Palestinian children for the crime of playing

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Video footage recently released shows soldiers employed by the Zionist state of 'Israel' dragging away five young boys, aged between 8 and 13, for no other reason than being Palestinian children picking vegetables they have every right to pick.

New Zealand marks second anniversary of Christchurch terror attacks

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The Pacific country of New Zealand marked the second anniversary of one of the most horrific and shocking days in its modern history.

127 Indian Muslims vindicated after 20-year-old terror charges cleared

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After nearly two decades of having their reputations irreversibly tainted by false allegations of ‘terror’ offences, 127 Indian Muslims were finally acquitted of any wrongdoing.

UK government signing “death sentence” by chopping aid budget

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The British government has come under fire from all corners of the political spectrum for slashing the annual foreign aid budget and for stripping Yemen’s financial support from £164m last year to only £87m this year.

UN special rapporteur argues anti-Muslim hatred is at “epidemic proportions”

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In a report to the United Nations Human Rights Council, the Special Rapporteur on Freedom of Religion or Belief argued that the level of unfavourable views towards Muslims has risen to epidemic proportions.

Switzerland votes in favour of ‘burqa ban’ in referendum

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Switzerland targets the Muslim community by supporting ban on niqab, despite only about 30 women wearing the niqab nationwide.

Australian senator plans motion to recognise Chinese genocide of Uyghurs

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An Australian senator has drafted a motion that aims to get Australian parliamentarians to agree on China and its genocidal policies towards the Uyghurs in Xinjiang province.

ICC initiates investigation into Israeli war crimes – US strongly opposes

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“Today, I confirm the initiation ... of an investigation respecting the Situation in Palestine. The investigation will cover crimes within the jurisdiction of the Court that are alleged to have been committed in the Situation since 13 June 2014, the date to which reference is made in the Referral of the Situation to my Office.”

Reporters without Borders lawsuit: MBS “responsible for crimes against humanity”

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“Those responsible for the persecution of journalists in Saudi Arabia, including the murder of Jamal Khashoggi, must be held accountable for their crimes...No one should be above international law, especially when crimes against humanity are at stake.”

UN human rights commissioner condemns Chinese genocidal acts towards Uyghurs

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The United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights has called out China for its sickening treatment of the Uyghur population in Xinjiang.