Quran.com Removes Mishari Alafasy as Default Reciter Following Controversial Remarks
Popular Quran platform updates default reciter after public reaction to Alafasy’s statement on Iran.
Quran.com, one of the most widely used online platforms for Quran recitation and study, has removed Sheikh Mishari Rashid Alafasy as its default reciter. The decision comes after a statement he shared on his official X account sparked criticism among users.
In his post, Alafasy wrote in Arabic that former US President Donald Trump would “open the gates of hell on Iran.” The comment quickly drew attention online, with many expressing concern over the political nature of the statement.
Shortly after the post began circulating, users noticed a change on Quran.com. While Alafasy’s recitations are still available in the platform’s library, they are no longer set as the default option for listeners.
The platform has not released an official statement explaining the change. However, the timing has led many to link the update directly to the backlash surrounding the reciter’s comments.
Mishari Alafasy is one of the most recognized Quran reciters globally, known for his widely followed recordings and large audience across digital platforms.
