Iraqi refugee Salwan Momika, known for controversial Koran burnings in Sweden, was shot dead after sparking outrage with his demonstrations. His protests, including stomping on the Islamic holy book and wrapping it in bacon, led to international condemnation and diplomatic tensions between Sweden and Iraq. Despite facing death threats, legal charges, and deportation, Momika expressed aspirations to enter politics in Sweden, aligning himself with the anti-immigration Sweden Democrats party, which distanced itself from his actions.
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Exclusive-Trump pledged to save Afghans. But UAE already sent some evacuees back, cable shows
Days before Trump announced support for Afghan evacuees in the UAE, the Emirati government began returning them to Afghanistan, having already informed Washington. While the UAE processed around 17,000 evacuees, over 30 remain in limbo, with reports suggesting families faced pressure to sign deportation letters or risk arrest, highlighting concerns for their safety under Taliban rule. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: Former President Donald Trump expressed a desire to help Afghan evacuees stuck...
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