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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French government bans nine masājid in desperate attempt to punish Muslim community

6 Jm2 42 ◦︎ 19 Jan 21 4 Min Read

The French government has shut down nine masājid since early December 2020, when President Emmanuel Macron along with senior Cabinet colleagues announced an investigation into nearly a hundred masājid across the French Republic.

Uyghur activists take aim at multinationals sponsoring 2022 “Genocide Games”

5 Jm2 42 ◦︎ 18 Jan 21 6 Min Read

As China gears up to host the 2022 Winter Olympics, the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) is about to feel the heat as campaigners for Uyghur rights across the world come together to pressure multinational corporations into thinking twice about cooperating with the CCP.

Sri Lankan forced cremations: 36 British Muslim groups deliver joint letter to High Commission

4 Jm2 42 ◦︎ 17 Jan 21 7 Min Read

"It has been very distressing for the Muslim Community in the UK to see the dead being treated in such an abhorrent manner without any respect for the wishes of their respective families."

American Muslims urged to exercise caution in light of Capitol Hill carnage

2 Jm2 42 ◦︎ 15 Jan 21 4 Min Read

“Armed protests are being planned at all 50 state capitols from 16 January through at least 20 January, and at the U.S. Capitol from 17 January through 20 January...”

UK Foreign Secretary censures Chinese oppression of Uyghurs

1 Jm2 42 ◦︎ 14 Jan 21 5 Min Read

“The evidence of the scale and the severity of the human rights violations being perpetrated in Xinjiang against the Uyghur Muslims is now far-reaching, and it paints a truly harrowing picture."

Qatar-Saudi relations off to flying start as Qatari flight lands in Riyadh

28 Jm1 42 ◦︎ 12 Jan 21 4 Min Read

“Not only is this seen as a positive move following the reconciliation declaration that was signed in Al-Ula last week between Qatar and the former blockading countries, the resumption of flights between destinations is something that is extremely welcomed.”