Salwan Momika shot dead: Who was the controversial Iraqi refugee in Sweden known for publicly burning the Quran?
Salwan Momika, a 38-year-old Iraqi refugee known for burning copies of the Quran, was shot and killed in his home in Sodertalje, Sweden, late Wednesday, along with fellow protester Salwan Najem. Swedish authorities confirmed the death and have detained five individuals in connection with the killing.
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Shooting and arrests
According to Sweden-based The Local, the shooting occurred around 11 p.m., with reports indicating that Momika was live-streaming at the time. Police detained five individuals in connection with the case but have not confirmed the victim’s identity or details of his injuries. The investigation is ongoing as authorities examine possible motives behind the attack.
Quran burnings and global response
Momika and Najem’s Quran burnings in 2023 led to widespread condemnation, particularly from Muslim-majority nations. The incidents sparked violent protests, including an attack on the Swedish embassy in Baghdad.
In Tehran, protesters waved Iranian flags while chanting against the United States, Britain, Israel, and Sweden.
Swedish authorities had condemned the desecrations but upheld the country's free speech laws. In response to security concerns, Sweden’s intelligence agency raised the terror alert level to four out of five.
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