The problem LJ, is that you can’t have freedom of religion, except for this one. That’s not really freedom. You can outlaw religious practices, but not the belief in them.
I’m not saying Hakeem shouldn’t be allowed to fast.
I’m talking broader principles.
And yes, different religions can be treated different. Other religions haven’t done what Islam has done ever since the 7th century. The history and current actions tell the tale.