A man in his 40s has been arrested following a suspected arson attack at the Al Madinah Hall, an Islamic prayer hall located on Talbot Street in Dublin. The incident occurred at approximately 15:35 local time on Monday, June 29, 2026. Gardaí confirmed that the suspect is being detained at a police station in the Dublin north city area as part of the ongoing investigation.
Fire Extinguished by Dublin Fire Brigade
According to the BBC, the blaze caused damage to the property but was quickly brought under control by the Dublin Fire Brigade. No injuries were reported. Gardaí have stated that they are following a definite line of inquiry and do not believe the attack is linked to racist or far-right elements, according to Irish broadcaster RTÉ.
Irish Muslim Council Condemns Attack
The Irish Muslim Council described the incident as “a deeply disturbing assault on a place of worship and an attack on the fundamental values of peace, religious freedom and community safety that Ireland holds dear.” Chairperson Shaykh Dr Umar Al-Qadri added: “We will not be intimidated by those who seek to divide our communities through fear and hatred. We remain committed to working with people of all faiths and backgrounds to uphold the values of mutual respect, justice and peaceful coexistence.”
Investigation Ongoing
Gardaí have appealed to the public for assistance, urging anyone with information or footage related to the incident to come forward. Their investigation remains active as they work to establish the full circumstances surrounding the suspected arson.
