UN Chief reports global rise in anti-Muslim bigotry

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United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres reported a significant increase in anti-Muslim bigotry globally. He urged online platforms to take action against hate speech and harassment in a video message ahead of the International Day to Combat Islamophobia. Guterres highlighted issues such as racial profiling, discriminatory policies, and violence against Muslims and places of worship. His comments follow a rise in Islamophobia and anti-Arab bias linked to the ongoing conflict in Gaza. Rights groups have documented record levels of anti-Muslim incidents in countries like the UK, U.S., and India. Governments in these nations claim to be working to combat all forms of discrimination.


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