Juan José Omella – Eye on Islamism

Spanish priest acquitted after facing 3 years behind bars for criticizing radical Islam Father Custodio Ballester faced hate speech charges over 2016 article questioning Christian-Muslim dialogue

October 22, 2025 Rachel del Guidice

(Fox) A Spanish priest who was facing three years in prison for remarks he made in 2016 that were critical of radical Islam was acquitted. “I thank God and the Christian people who supported me with their prayers and their presence in […]

Spanish priest faces jail for criticizing Islam Fr. Custodio Ballester’s supporters say the case is meant to intimidate others into silence — while the Church stays quiet.

September 30, 2025 Javier Villamor

(European Conservative) A priest in Spain is on trial in Málaga, facing up to three years behind bars for alleged hate speech after publishing an article critical of Islam. Fr. Custodio Ballester, known for his pro-life stance and doctrinal conservatism, is accused […]

Priest battles ‘hate crime’ charges for criticizing Islam

March 5, 2024 Martin Barillas

(Catholic News Agency) A Spanish priest is facing up to three years in prison on “hate crime” charges for his heated words about Islam. Last month, Father Custodio Ballester and two other individuals received a summons from a provincial court in Spain […]

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