Ficus Mosque Fire Fuels Rising Tensions in Barcelona
Emergency crews responded quickly to contain the blaze, which caused significant damage to the building but no reported injuries. Authorities are treating the incident as a possible hate crime, and an investigation is currently underway to identify the perpetrators.
Local leaders condemned the attack, urging restraint and emphasizing the importance of coexistence. 'This act of violence only deepens division. We must stand together in the face of hatred,' one community representative said.
The arson comes amid a fragile climate in the city, with multiple reports of rising hostility and unrest following a series of disputes between local residents and members of immigrant communities.
Officials have increased security around religious sites in response, while urging the public to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity.
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