The suspect, a Russian immigrant, was angered by a classroom display of caricatures of the Prophet Muhammad and sought help identifying the teacher involved.
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Paris Attack Suspect Wanted to Target Charlie Hebdo With Arson
The suspect in a stabbing last week near the former office of Charlie Hebdo showed interest in a hard-line Islamic group, authorities say.
American Accused of Blasphemy Is Killed in Pakistan Courtroom
The shooting of Tahir Ahmad Naseem drew strong U.S. condemnation of Pakistan’s blasphemy laws, which are often used to persecute and intimidate religious minorities.
Ramadan Worldwide: Pakistan, India, Indonesia, US, Egypt
The coronavirus pandemic is forcing Muslims to adapt, observing the holy month more at home than in the mosque, more online than in person, and with greater uncertainty about the future.
A Shiite Holiday Turns Into a Test of Iranian Power in Iraq
Iran wanted to help Iraq organize a major religious pilgrimage, but when it offered to send tens of thousands of police officers, Iraq said no thanks.
Hajj Begins as Muslims Flock to Mecca
Among the faithful making the annual pilgrimage are survivors and relatives of victims of the New Zealand mosque attacks.
Asia Bibi, Christian Cleared of Blasphemy Charges, Leaves Pakistan for Canada
Ms. Bibi spent years on death row before her conviction was overturned. After her release last year, protesters called for her execution.