French mosques open doors to public to promote unity and solidarity

Hundreds of mosques across France have opened their doors to the general public in an effort to demonstrate solidarity with the victims of recent terror attacks in the country. 

Organisers of the so-called brotherly tea parties hope to promote unity and discuss misconceptions about Islam. 

Omar Shabani, Chairman of the Grand Mosque of Arras, said:
"Often Islam is badly perceived. But in fact Islam is peace, Islam is love."

While Said Baoulahtit, Chairman of the Grand Mosque of Strasbourg adde…
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