Shamseddine Hafiz

Shamseddine Hafiz is the Dean of the Grand Mosque of Paris, a position he has held since 2020. Born to Algerian parents, he is a prominent figure in the French Muslim community and has been vocal about the challenges faced by Algerians in France, particularly in light of rising Islamophobia and negative media portrayals. Hafiz has actively participated in dialogues concerning the historical ties between France and Algeria and has defended the contributions of the Algerian diaspora to French society. He has also been involved in discussions around the Palestinian cause, calling for greater recognition of Palestinian statehood. Recently, he has been in the news for addressing the ongoing tensions between France and Algeria, emphasizing the need for constructive dialogue between the two nations.