FPÖ stirs up hate: criticism of Muslims draws in the middle of society!

FPÖ stirs up hate: criticism of Muslims draws in the middle of society!

Pottendorf, Österreich - The political tensions about the Islamic Federation Vienna (IFW) and their activities are increasing. On December 11, 2024, the FPÖ presented a defamatory resolution application against the IFW in the district council Favorites, which was largely rejected. This campaign is seen as an enforcement of Islam, anti -Islam on the part of the FPÖ. The Islamic Federation, which acts as an independent organization and represents the interests of the Muslim community, vehemently rejects all allegations. District Councilor Matthias Kornek (FPÖ), who made the critical statements, is described by the IFW as the broadcast of agitation. According to the IFW, the allegations are unfounded and should only distract from the actual problems of the FPÖ, as in a report by ots.at is emphasized.

controversy around the mosque in Pottendorf

At the same time, the emergence of a mosque and an education center in Pottendorf is criticized. National Councilor Lisa Schuch-Gubik from the FPÖ expresses concerns about the establishment of this new center, the operator of which is the Islamic Federation. Schuch-Gubik argues that this “mega mosque” and its educational offer are signs of the development of parallel societies that could endanger the traditional values ​​of society. In her opinion, this development must be counteracted, while citizens and mayor Thomas Sabbata-Valteiner defend the existing mosque and their history in the community. He emphasizes that the mosque has been part of the community for 25 years and that there has always been peaceful cooperation.

The Islamic Federation itself has rejected the allegations and explains that the planned renovation work on the building is only a necessary renovation and are not a sign of a fragmentation of society. Abdi Tasdögen, spokesman for IFW, explains that intercultural programs have promoted peace and dialogue between different communities in the past. According to meinzirk.at Dealing with each other.