2008 – Il Secolo XIX: Alfredo Maiolese, “Paure false”

30 JULY 2008 – IL SECOLO XIX, GENOA, ITALY

“MAIOLESE: ‘PAURE FALSE’”

Historical article published by Il Secolo XIX featuring an open letter by Alfredo Maiolese during the public debate on the Muslim community and the proposed mosque in Genoa.

Maiolese, described by the newspaper as a Genoese convert to Islam and ambassador to the Arab League, addresses relations between Muslims and Christians, the protection of minorities, freedom of religion and peaceful coexistence, calling for dialogue and rejecting the idea of a clash between religions and cultures.

The article documents an early stage of Maiolese’s public activity in Genoa on interreligious dialogue and the integration of the Muslim community.

Source: Il Secolo XIX, 30 July 2008, p. 21.

ARCHIVE NOTE

Digitised from the original printed newspaper preserved in the historical archive.

Responsibility, Lawfulness and the True Image of Islam

Acts of violence committed by individuals should never be used to judge entire communities. At the same time, Muslims have a shared responsibility to speak clearly whenever crimes committed by people from Muslim-majority countries contribute to fear, mistrust and the spread of Islamophobia.

The recent assault and robbery of a well-known journalist in Genoa by an undocumented Algerian man with a criminal record has once again raised concerns within Italian society. Incidents of this kind not only harm the victims, but also damage the reputation of millions of law-abiding Muslims who contribute positively to their communities every day.

The European Muslims League (EML) believes that respect for the law is fully consistent with Islamic teachings. Honesty, justice, respect for others and the protection of society are fundamental values that every Muslim should uphold, regardless of the country in which he or she lives.

Promoting the true message of Islam requires more than words. It requires responsible behaviour, respect for the laws of the host country and a sincere commitment to peaceful coexistence with people of all faiths and backgrounds.

For this reason, the European Muslims League has supported the publication of an article in the Italian newspaper Liguria Notizie, reaffirming its clear condemnation of violence and its commitment to legality, social responsibility and mutual respect.

Read the original Italian article here:

https://www.ligurianotizie.it/aggressioni-legalita-e-responsabilita-la-voce-dei-musulmani-europei/2026/07/14/644218/