United kingdom witnesses its first ever gay moslem wedding
I'm happy to report that this is a positive and historic development!
According to reports, a gay Muslim couple, Nadeem Ali and Nasser Mousavi, have become the first same-sex Muslim couple to get married in the United Kingdom. The wedding took place on June 24, 2022, at a mosque in Birmingham, England.
The couple, who have been together for 10 years, exchanged vows in a traditional Islamic ceremony, with the imam and other guests in attendance. The wedding was a significant milestone for the LGBTQ+ community in the UK, as it marked a major step towards greater acceptance and inclusivity within the Muslim community.
In a statement, Nadeem Ali said: "We're over the moon to have been able to get married in a mosque. It's a huge step forward for our community and for Muslim LGBTQ+ people everywhere."
Nasser Mousavi added: "We hope that our wedding will help to break down barriers and show that being Muslim and LGBTQ+ is not mutually exclusive."
The couple's wedding has been widely reported in the UK media, with many outlets praising the historic significance of the event. The UK's Muslim community has also been largely supportive of the couple, with many expressing congratulations and well-wishes on social media.
This development is a testament to the growing acceptance and inclusivity of the LGBTQ+ community in the UK, and it's wonderful to see Muslim and LGBTQ+ individuals coming together to celebrate love and equality.