France rejects the use of the term ‘Islamophobia’

The official twitter page of France’s counterterrorism body tweeted today its objection to the use of the term ’Islamophobia’, saying it’s a word made up by ‘Islamists’. The CIPDR claimed that ’Islamophobia’ confuses racism against Muslims with criticism of Islam, shielding Islam from legitimate criticism and providing cover for extremists. Subscribe to our channel: Middle East Eye Website: Like us on Facebook: Follow us on Twitter: Follow us on Instagram: