Islam Channel faces Ofcom investigation for inciting extremism

The Islam Channel, a UK-based Muslim TV station, is under investigation by Ofcom for allegedly inciting extremism and breaching impartiality rules. Complaints include claims of praising violent Islamist movements and portraying terrorism sympathetically. The channel has been accused of failing to provide balanced coverage, particularly regarding the Israel-Palestine conflict. It has also faced criticism for airing extremist views and not including pro-Israel perspectives in its broadcasts. Founded in 2004, the Islam Channel has about two million daily viewers. It has a history of previous sanctions from Ofcom for breaching broadcasting codes. Ofcom is currently assessing the complaints but has not yet decided on an investigation.