Koran-Burning Man Killed in Sweden

Salwan Momika died of multiple gunshots on January 29, Swedish police reported. Momika caused an uproar in 2023 when he burned a copy of the Koran in Stockholm, Sweden.

  • The police are looking into the possibility that his murder was inspired by the 2023 incident.
  • Five suspects have been arrested.

The murder is reminiscent of 12 staff members of the French satire magazine Charlie Hebdo being murdered 10 years ago for publishing pictures of the prophet Mohammed. Muslims killing Europeans for what they consider blasphemy is becoming more common.

Prophesied crusade: The Bible prophesies that radical Islamist attacks will provoke Europe into unleashing a crippling military campaign against Iran and its allies. Events like these kindle animosity between the two powers.

Learn more: Read our Trends article “Why the Trumpet Watches Iran and Europe Heading for a Clash of Civilizations.”