Police investigate 2 after Bible reading at Hagia Sophia

Two foreign nationals are facing legal action for reading the Bible aloud in the visitor section of Hagia Sophia, a historic mosque in Istanbul. This incident has raised concerns about religious freedom and the treatment of non-Muslims in Muslim-majority spaces.

Hagia Sophia, which was converted into a mosque in 2020, is a significant site for both Muslims and Christians. The investigation reflects ongoing tensions regarding religious practices and the rights of individuals in such historic locations.