Bullet-Riddled Koran Left Outside Stockholm Mosque in Islamophobic Hate Crime

On December 21, 2025, a Koran pierced with six bullet holes was found chained to a railing outside a mosque in Stockholm. The incident took place during a youth-themed event and included a sticker urging Muslims to 'return to their homeland,' written in both Arabic and Swedish.

The Stockholm mosque condemned the act as a direct threat aimed at intimidating Muslims from attending the mosque. They described the event as a racist message intended to alienate Muslims from Swedish society and emphasized that Muslims are an integral part of Sweden. The mosque called on authorities for stronger actions against Islamophobia, highlighting the growing threat to public safety, social cohesion, and religious freedom.

Police confirmed that a hate crime report had been filed and that officers were on site addressing the situation. Duty officer Jari Kalliorinne of Stockholm police acknowledged the seriousness of the act and the need for investigation.

This disturbing event reflects increasing Islamophobic sentiment in Sweden and raises concerns about the protection of religious sites. The mosque’s call for urgent measures underscores the importance of safeguarding minority communities from acts of violence and intimidation.