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Turin approves Islamic complex with Moroccan funds
The Turin City Council in Italy has approved a project to establish an Islamic complex on the site of the historic, abandoned "Nepiolo" factory and foundry, with an estimated cost of 17 million euros. The project includes a main prayer hall accommodating around one thousand worshippers, student housing with about 90 beds, as well as a library, study rooms, and spaces for cultural, artistic, and social activities. Approximately 80% of the space will be dedicated to cultural, educational, and social functions, while the remaining will be allocated for worship. Morocco is expected to contribute up to 8 million euros through the Ministry of Endowments, along with contributions from members of the Muslim community in Italy. The project has sparked a debate about its social and cultural integration into the area, amid concerns about its urban and demographic impact, especially as discussions grow in Italy regarding the presence and role of Islamic institutions in society.
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