Gardaí are investigating a suspected arson attack on an Islamic prayer hall in Dublin.
The fire broke out at the Al Madinah Hall on Talbot Street in the city centre at around 3.30pm this afternoon.
No one was injured and three people were evacuated from the building.
A man in his 40s has been arrested in connection with the investigation.
He is detained at a garda station in the Dublin North city area.
Dublin Fire Brigade said four fire engines with 20 personnel were sent to the scene after smoke was reported coming from the building, which has been extensively damaged.
Gardaí have begun a criminal investigation and are following a definite line of inquiry.
They do not believe the attack is linked to racist or far-right elements.
They are gathering CCTV footage, carrying out interviews and appealing to witnesses or anyone with information to contact them at Store Street Garda Station.
Anyone with information or video footage (including dash-cam) is asked to contact Store Street Garda Station on 01 666 8000, the Garda Confidential Line on 1800 666 111 or any garda station.
There was significant traffic disruption in the area and public transport was suspended for a time.
The fire was brought under control and the building sealed as a crime scene for forensic examination.