Swedish migration agency examines residency permit of Iraqi refugee who triggered protests and condemnation from the Muslim world after Quran desecration
Sweden has found itself in the international spotlight in recent weeks following protests where the Quran, the Muslim holy book, has been repeatedly desecrated. / Photo: AFP
The migration agency said late on Friday it is re-examining his immigration status, after it received information from the Swedish authorities that have given reason to examine whether the man's status in Sweden should be revoked.
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