Italy to deport Egyptian imam over comments at pro-Palestine rally

An Egyptian imam in Italy, Mohamed Shahin, is facing deportation for comments he made at a pro-Palestine rally following the 7 October Hamas-led attack. Italian authorities issued an expulsion order after he allegedly described the attack as an act of resistance, revoking his 21-year residency. Shahin denies supporting Hamas or violence and has claimed asylum, stating that deportation to Egypt would put him at risk of torture or death because he is a known critic of President Sisi. His case has drawn support from academics, religious leaders, and unions, who call the deportation order disproportionate and a threat to years of interfaith dialogue.