Norwegian Parliament Leader Calls for LGBTQ Rights Reform in Muslim Communities after Berlin Pride Attack

A terrorist attack on a Pride march in Berlin killed one person and injured 29 others, prompting a wave of political debate across Europe. In Norway, Stortingspresident Masud Gharahkhani urged Muslim leaders to publicly affirm that LGBTQ individuals have the same rights as everyone else and suggested that same‑sex marriages could eventually be performed in mosques.

In Germany, the far‑right Alternative für Deutschland (AfD) has tried to position itself as a defender of LGBTQ rights, using the attack to bolster its anti‑Islam and anti‑immigration narrative. Norwegian youth liberal parties have also called for conditional state funding to Muslim congregations, demanding compliance with equality standards. The incident has highlighted tensions between religious communities, extremist violence, and the broader fight for LGBTQ equality.