A German television report and an Austrian court ruling have sparked renewed debate in Europe over the role of Sharia law and fears of “parallel justice” systems operating alongside national legal frameworks.
In Germany, a report broadcast by ARD in its programme “KLAR” examined attitudes among young men in Berlin-Neukölln regarding Sharia and German law. In street interviews, some respondents said they would prioritise Sharia over state law, with one stating “Sharia, of course” when asked which should apply.
