Greek citizen converts to Islam in northwestern Türkiye

By Burak Akay

CANAKKALE, Türkiye (AA) – A Greek citizen converted to Islam in Canakkale province in northwestern Türkiye, a local official announced on Tuesday.

For Serakau Emilia, a conversion ceremony was held at the local mufti’s office, during which she recited the Kalima Shahadat – the declaration of belief in the oneness of Allah and the acceptance of Holy Prophet Muhammad as his messenger.

She was also given a "conversion certificate," a copy of the Holy Quran, and various books on Islam by provincial Mufti Ali Bal.