Dublin's proud Islamic Centre In Clonskeagh was forced to close following a "troubling incident" over the weekend.
Gardai were called to the centre, which has been open since 1996, following the incident. Reports indicate that officers were called to break up a disagreement that took place there.
The Clonskeagh centre is one of the largest in the country for Ireland's Muslim population.
Shaykh Dr Umar Al-Qadr of the Al-Mustafa Islamic Cultural Centre Ireland in west Dublin has called the closure "a moment of deep reflection" for Ireland's Muslim community."
A notice at the site read:
"We regret to inform you that, following the deeply troubling incident that took place on April 19, 2025 - an unprecedented and distressing attack on our Mosque, Centre, and members of the Board - we have no choice but to temporarily close the Mosque and Centre to the public.
"This decision has been made with the utmost concern for the safety and wellbeing of our community, especially the children of the Muslim National School.
"This is a deeply sorrowful moment in the history of our Mosque and Centre. We ask for your continued support and prayers as we work toward recovery and renewal during this difficult time."
In a statement on social media, Shaykh Al-Qadr said:
"I pray that this becomes an opportunity for renewal, a chance to restore this sacred house of Allah to its rightful purpose: a beacon of unity, knowledge, and mercy for all in Ireland. When the doors of the masjid reopen, may it be under a leadership that embodies the true spirit of Islam; justice, compassion, and inclusivity."
