European Union Condemns Violence Against Muslims In Sri Lanka
We call on Sri Lankans to exercise restraint, respect diversity and refrain from violence, working together to achieve reconciliation. Photo – Mohamed Anas | Facebook
June 18, 2014
The European Union Delegation today condemned the outbreak of communal violence which resulted in the loss of lives and extensive damage to property in Kalutara District.
“Our though are with the families of the deceased and those affected by the violence. We welcome the Sri Lankan government’s assurance that it will investigate and bring to book those responsible for these incidents.Issuing a statement the European Union Delegation said; “EU is very alarmed by the recent violence perpetrated against Muslims community.
“Incitement of communal violence and hatred can only be counterproductive to Sri Lanka’s stability. We urge Sri Lankan government to ensure that rule of law is upheld. We call on Sri Lankans to exercise restraint, respect diversity and refrain from violence, working together to achieve reconciliation.”
Bring The Aluthgama Perpetrators To Justice: Organisation Of Islamic Cooperation
June 18, 2014
The Secretary General of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC), Iyad Ameen Madani has expressed serious concern at the recent incidents of violence by extremist individuals against Muslims in the towns ofAluthgama, Beruwala and Draga Nagar in Sri Lanka. The reports of several fatalities and dozens injured as well as attacks on homes, businesses and mosques are deeply regrettable.
Iyad Ameen Madani
He noted that the Muslim community in Sri Lanka has a long standing presence in the country and a tradition of living in peace and harmony with their compatriots. Muslims represents an important and active community which contributes to the cultural and economic life of Sri Lanka as a whole. The recent attacks appear to follow a rising trend of violence instigated by extremists which is spreading fear and mistrust among the population.
While appealing for calm and peaceful relations between the communities, Madani urged the authorities to enforce the rule of law, investigate the incidents and bring the perpetrators to justice.
The Secretary General expressed the hope that every possible effort would be exerted by the Sri Lankan authorities to prevent further escalation of violence.
*The Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) (formerly Organization of the Islamic Conference) is the second largest inter-governmental organization after the United Nations which has membership of 57 states spread over four continents. The Organization is the collective voice of the Muslim world and ensuring to safeguard and protect the interests of the Muslim world in the spirit of promoting international peace and harmony among various people of the world. The Organization was established upon a decision of the historical summit which took place in Rabat, Kingdom of Morocco on 12th Rajab 1389 Hijra (25 September 1969) as a result of criminal arson of Al-Aqsa Mosque in occupied Jerusalem. Related posts;
