Tag: Hate speech
The massive turnout in the anti-racism demonstration in Helsinki calls for the criminalization of racism
The event in Helsinki was described as a peaceful and politically neutral demonstration with more than 100 support organizations. It started at Senate Square at 1 pm and the protesters marched towards Töölönlahti park. The protests come at a time when the new government is embroiled in controversy over racism scandals involving far-right politicians and…
According to Yle’s investigation, every third person suspected of hate speech has party political connections
In recent years, the most suspects have been either the Fundamental Finns or Kansat.
A non-discriminatory workplace requires concrete legislative measures
Maria LöfgrenAkava’s president considered the government’s step a step in the right direction, but emphasized the need for more concrete actions and active communication. “Although the recent announcement is an important step, it remains without concrete actions and decisions,” he said. Löfgren called on MPs to actively participate in discussions related to the government’s announcement…
Third Quran burned outside Swedish parliament AFP
The country’s prime minister has said the demonstrations invite terrorism and its embassies have been attacked Iraqi immigrants staged another Quran burning in Stockholm on Monday, kicking and stomping on the Muslim holy book before setting some torn-out pages on fire outside the Swedish parliament building, according to AFP. “I will continue until they ban…
Third Quran burned outside Swedish parliament – AFP
The country’s prime minister has said the demonstrations invite terrorism and its embassies have been attacked Iraqi immigrants staged another Quran burning in Stockholm on Monday, kicking and stomping on the Muslim holy book before setting some torn-out pages on fire outside the Swedish parliament building, according to AFP. “I will continue until they ban…
Iran summons Sweden’s envoy over new insult to the Koran
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – The Swedish ambassador in Tehran was summoned to the Iranian Ministry of Foreign Affairs in protest against another case of desecration of the Holy Quran in the European country. – Politics News – The Swedish envoy was summoned on Thursday evening to submit Iran’s strong protest against the new weekend-like move. Addressing…
Why does Sweden allow Koran burning It has no blasphemy laws
STOCKHOLM – A recent string of public desecrations of the Koran by a handful of anti-Islam activists in Sweden has sparked an angry reaction in Muslim countries and raised questions – including in Sweden – about why such acts are allowed. In the latest such incident, an Iraqi living in Sweden on Thursday trampled and…
Purra regrets previous comments, Orpo assures that the government will not fall
“Taken out of context and viewed through a modern lens, some of the writings look even worse than before. I do not accept any kind of violence, racism or discrimination. People who know my values and the way I work know that.” prime minister Petteri Orpo (NCP) thanked Purra for the apology and said he…
The UN Council condemns the alarming increase in religious hatred
Geneva – In a rare moment of international agreement, dozens of nations taking part in a UN Human Rights Council debate on the alarming rise in religious hatred condemned the lack of tolerance for the beliefs of others, which they said has led to incitement to discrimination, hostility and violence. The debate was triggered by…
Halla-aho announced that he was running for president
The Speaker of the Parliament and former chairman of Perussuomallinten is a hard-line supporter of immigration who has been convicted of hate speech.
The Union of Journalists demands respect for press freedom amid political criticism
Human Rights Commissioner of the Council of Europe, Dunja Mijatović, has also expressed concern about the online banking campaign against Erämaa. “After publishing a column critical of the government, Erämaa faced widespread online violence, including threats of physical and sexual violence,” says Mijatović. Mijatović emphasized that hate speech is not protected speech and public figures…
Human rights organizations and professionals oppose Finland’s new immigration policy
Hundreds of educated immigrants gathered in front of Oodi Central Library on June 18 to protest against immigration policy reforms. Similarly, several people, including immigrants and concerned Finnish citizens, demonstrated in central Helsinki on June 27 against the Finnish government’s plans to tighten immigration rules. The demonstration was organized by African Anti-Racism Society Finland and…
Tuesday’s papers: Immigrants’ access to health care, the rise of abortions and Finland’s homophobia problem
The attitude of the Finnish public towards sexual and gender minorities has become more hostile in recent years, an expert on hate speech tells Helsingin Sanomat.
On the international day when LGBTI-phobia is highlighted, Denmark can be proud of the new inclusion ranking
On the occasion of the International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia and Biphobia, Denmark can be proud of its legal and political practice for LGBTI (lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans and intersex) people, which has been rated as the second best in Europe by – one new report. With a score of 76/100, Denmark was ranked second…
While the problems remain, Moldova is making big gains on LGBT rights
A “rainbow map and index” ranking lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) protections across Europe has credited Moldova with making the biggest progress in improving legal standards over the past year. But while activists acknowledge some progress in the staunchly Orthodox country, they say the gains highlighted by a new ILGA-Europe Report does not automatically…
Debt anxiety, the rights of indigenous peoples and freedom of speech: Finland in the world press
The elections of Finland, a member of the Nordic eurozone, highlight their long-term caution, which is the reason why they have been strict in the EU negotiations on loosening debt regulations. “The government bond market has a long memory and the only right way to be in this market is to strive for a long-term…
Turkey’s president says no support for Sweden’s NATO bid
ISTANBUL – Turkey’s president cast serious doubt on NATO expansion on Monday after warning Sweden not to expect support for its bid to join the military alliance following weekend protests in Stockholm by anti-Islam activist and pro-Kurdish groups. President Recep Tayyip Erdogan criticized Rasmus Paludan’s protest against the Koran on Saturday, saying it was an…
The Council of Muslim Elders condemns the burning of the Holy Koran by extremists in Sweden
ABU DHABI, 23rd January 2023 (WAM) — The Council of Muslim Elders, chaired by the Grand Imam of Al-Azhar Dr Ahmed Al-Tayeb, has expressed its utmost condemnation of the burning of the Holy Quran by an extremist in Sweden. The Council strongly condemned such heinous acts that provoke and offend nearly two billion Muslims around…
The United Arab Emirates condemns the burning of a copy of the Holy Koran in Sweden
ABU DHABI, 21st January 2023 (WAM) — The United Arab Emirates has strongly condemned the burning of a copy of the Holy Quran in front of the Embassy of the Republic of Turkey in Sweden, by an extremist. In a statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation (MoFAIC) reaffirmed the UAE’s rejection of…
Danish news overview: Police fight online crime with the help of young players
Police have started playing the likes of Fortnight and Counter-Strike to connect with young players: a good source of tip-offs about online criminal activity. In the spring, the authorities formed an ‘online patrol’ to regularly play and establish connections. Combating abuse, fraud and hate speech“We cannot be everywhere, and therefore we are completely dependent on…
Danish news overview: Police fight online crime with the help of young players
Police have started playing the likes of Fortnight and Counter-Strike to connect with young players: a good source of tip-offs about online criminal activity. In the spring, the authorities formed an ‘online patrol’ to regularly play and establish connections. Combating abuse, fraud and hate speech“We cannot be everywhere, and therefore we are completely dependent on…
The EU expresses concern about Twitter’s content control practices
In a later tweet, the commissioner urged IT companies to “review their content moderation practices and address the deficiencies soon.” “It is disappointing that most IT companies participating in the EU Code of Conduct have slowed their response to #Online Hate Speech reports,” he said. On Thursday, the European Commission published the results of the…
Science Round-Up: Study finds bias against female politicians in Denmark
The latest election represented a historic moment for women’s representation in Danish politics, where the proportion of 44 percent of elected women in the Folketing exceeded 40 percent for the first time. However, this is most likely the result of women’s sheer willpower in a society that continues to stack the deck against them, a…
Carlsberg will no longer advertise on Twitter after Elon Musk’s buyout
The Danish brewer Carlsberg has announced that it will no longer advertise on the social media platform Twitter. Denmark’s sixth largest listed company confirmed the news to the Financial Times, but did not say whether it would be gone forever or just for some time. “We have asked our marketing team to stop promotional activities…
A man was fined for insulting asylum seekers on social media
The court ruled that the 46-year-old’s Facebook comments were hate speech because they violated the dignity of asylum seekers.
The right to petition to take into account the comments of the Christian Democrat MP on homosexuality
The Helsinki Court of Appeal hears the appellants’ decision to dismiss all charges of incitement related to the comments of the current Member of Parliament and the former Minister of the Interior. Päivi Räsänen (CD). The Helsinki District Court acquitted Räsänen of all three charges in March, but said that although his comments were offensive,…
A pro-Russia convoy will pass through the Helsinki region this weekend
A convoy of about 20 vehicles will take part in a pro-Russian demonstration planned for the metropolitan area this weekend. The event is scheduled to take place on Sunday, May 8, the day before Victory Day, commemorating the Soviet victory over Nazi Germany and Victory Day in Europe on May 9th. According to police, the…
Finnish Jews face discrimination, says an EU anti-Semitism expert
EU anti-Semitism watchdog Katharina von Schnurbeintold Yle that the Finnish authorities need to do more to combat hate speech, including anti-Semitic narratives. "Our research shows that one in two Europeans see anti-Semitism as a problem in their home country. This figure is 17 per cent of Finns." He said, adding that the relatively small Jewish…
Russia may try to find weak links with MPs during the NATO debate, the expert warns
Deputies may be intimidated or pressured by Russia when the debate on Finland’s possible NATO membership begins in Parliament next week. Jukka SavolainenThe head of Hybrid CoE’s Vulnerability and Resilience Unit told Yle that Russia is expected – but not certain – to seek to influence the debate. Hybrid CoE, or European Center of Excellence…