The headscarf debate, terrorism, EU membership for Turkey: in many of Europe's ongoing debates the question of whether Islam is compatible with European values is of key importance. Could Euro-Islam be the answer? » more
Can one today speak of a return of religiousness to European culture due to Muslim immigrants? According to Olivier Roy, the new order of religious identities is to be viewed within the context of a globalised world. » more
Criticism of civilisation is always linked with the belief that one's own culture is superior. In order to promote the breakdown of mental barriers in a dialogue between cultures, above all patience is necessary. » more
In the name of "tolerance" and "respect", liberals tend to hold that while free speech is good, speech must necessarily be less free in a plural society. This argument turns the notion of respect on its head, says Kenan Malik. It is precisely because we do live in a plural society that we need the fullest possible extension of free speech. » more
What role do religions play in the development of the new Europe? Europe's cultural identity and self-image need to be redetermined as a result of the expansion process. José Casanova highlights the problems. » more
Here you will find links to important viewpoints in the debate about Euro-Islam, information about its pioneers and its critics, as well as general information on the subject. » more
Islam is the third-largest religious community in the countries of Western Europe. European newspapers report on its relationship with Europeans, closely observe conflicts such as the cartoon dispute, examine the traditions of Islam in Europe, and question the possibility of a modernisation of Islam and its compatibility with European values. » more
The NATO foreign ministers gathered yesterday to confer on the crisis in the Caucasus. NATO General Secretary Jaap de Hoop Scheffer sharply condemned Russia and called for an immediate withdrawal of all Russian troops. Europe's press discusses the role of the alliance after Moscow's show of force.
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