Prosecuting man for burning Qur’an ‘reintroducing blasphemy law’, UK court told

Hamit Coskun, a Turkish man, was prosecuted in Great Britain after burning a Qur'an, with the trial arguing this acted as a "blasphemous act." However, the court ruled it did not reintroduce a blasphemy law, which had been abolished in England and Wales. The prosecution maintained Coskun's actions were disorderly conduct, while his defense emphasized his political motives against Turkey's president. Legal fees for Coskun are supported by secular organizations, reflecting their stance on protecting freedom of expression rather than opposing religion. The case concluded without a verdict, awaiting further proceedings.