Can Genetically Modified Foods be Considered Halal?

The rapid advancement of biotechnology in food production has raised a crucial question among Muslim consumers worldwide: are genetically modified (GM) foods halal? Determining the halal status of GM foods is far from simple. Genetic material can be sourced from haram (impure), and production processes may involve culture media, enzymes, or additives that are not halal.
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