BBC: Islam leaflet campaign in London ‘to build bridges’

By Catrin Nye BBC Asian Network

A group of London Muslims are knocking on doors in a bid to “restore” the image of Islam.

The group said the Prophet Muhammad had been tarnished by an American anti-Islam film and further damaged by the violent reaction by some Muslims globally.

Members said they hoped talking and handing out leaflets about Islam could make a small difference.

One member, Hazik Rahman, said he was trying to “build bridges”

In July, a 14-minute video was posted online depicting Islam as a religion of violence and hate, and Muhammad as a foolish and power-hungry man.

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