Moroccan jurist Ahmed Raissouni and his recent «fatwa» on micro loans in Morocco has stirred controversy among Moroccan salafists. They urged the head of the International Union of Muslim Scholars to review his «opinion» on the matter.
Days after he called women who campaign against punishing extramarital relations and abortion in Morocco «immoral», Moroccan scholar Ahmed Raissouni refused to apologize. Furthermore, the former head of the Movement of Unity and Reform (MUR) defended his position.
Days after the release of his niece, Moroccan scholar Ahmed Raissouni criticized in an article the women who showed support for Hajar Raissouni and called for expanding personal freedoms. His words stirred anger among human rights activists.
Earlier this week, two Muslim scholars’ associations slammed the Mohammed VI Institute for the training of Imams for hosting a performance that included a call to prayer and church songs. A similar show was staged in 2016 and in 2012 without being criticized.
Elected chairman of the International Union of Muslim Scholars, Ahmed Raissouni launched a campaign against activists, defending individual freedom. The Moroccan Islamic jurist argued that these people «destroy families and marriages».
Earlier this month, Moroccan Islamic jurist Ahmed Raissouni was elected chairman of the International Union of Muslim Scholars, replacing Egyptian Islamic theologian Yusuf al-Qaradawi. Interviewed by Yabiladi, Raissouni discussed his ideas about the union's future plans.
Moroccan Islamic jurist Ahmed Raissouni has criticized Saudi Arabia’s management of the pilgrimage. The man, who is close to Qatar, believes that Hajj must be arranged by the Organization of Islamic Cooperation instead of Riyadh.
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