New York's fury at Ground Zero mosque planned for 09/11/11

Plans to build a giant mosque close to Ground Zero have caused a storm of protest from families who lost loved ones in the September 11 attacks.

Angry relatives claim the move is an ‘insult’ to the victims of the World Trade Centre atrocity.

The mosque is part of a proposed 13-storey Muslim community centre, which will include a swimming pool, gym, theatre and sports facilities.

The building, which was damaged by the fuselage of one of the hijacked planes, is just two blocks from Ground Zero.

Construction is due to begin on September 11 next year – the 10th anniversary of the terrorist attack. More...

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