NEW YORK, USA

 

The United Nations General Assembly, by consensus, adopted a historic resolution declaring March 15 as the International Day for the Fight against Islamophobia.

Morocco actively participated in the negotiation process for this resolution, which was presented by the Organización de Cooperación Islámica.

This text calls, in particular, for the strengthening of international efforts to promote an international dialogue on the consolidation of a culture of tolerance and peace for all children, based on respect for human rights.

The text also called upon all member states, relevant organizations of the United Nations system, international and regional organizations, civil society, the private sector and faith-based organizations, to organize and support various high-level events that demand awareness at all levels. .  in the fight against Islamophobia, and to celebrate the International Day as appropriate.

A resolution also reaffirms that terrorism, in all its forms and manifestations, cannot be associated with any religion, nationality, civilization or ethnic group;  It also encourages activities aimed at promoting interreligious and intercultural dialogue, with the aim of consolidating peace and social stability, respect for diversity and mutual respect, and creating an environment conducive to peace and mutual understanding at the global level, but also regional, national and local levels.

MARGHERITA ISLAND, VENEZUELA

 

The World Assembly of Muslim Youth, in cooperation with the Venezuelan Islamic Community, and the Ambassador of EML Prof. Kassem Mohammed Tayjan, held a summer educational and informational activity for Muslim youth at the Venezuelan Islamic College on Margarita Island, and distributed Islamic books to participants. 

KYIV, UKRAINE

 

EML prays for peace in Ukraine

The European Muslim League has watched with growing alarm and dismay the fast-moving events which have seen Ukraine and its citizens reluctantly plunged into a war footing.

The invasion has now entered its fourth day with thousands feared to have been killed in the bloodshed.

Our thoughts are with all Ukrainians, including those in the Muslim community and others living overseas and those who, with their families, have fled to neighbouring countries for safety.

We urge people of all faith to join us in our prayers for peace and ask those of nonbelief to find hope in all of the despair.

"War is never a solution to peace," said Secretary-General Yvonne Ridley.

Meanwhile, EML President Alfredo Maiolese said: "We are praying for a swift, diplomatic solution and would urge all sides to find a way of sitting down and negotiating a peaceful settlement."

There are thought to be more than 100,000 Muslims living in the capital Kyiv with Muslims making up around one percent of the country's population. There are 160 mosques and Islamic prayer rooms in Ukraine plus seven theological universities

LONDON, ENGLAND

 

The President of EML,  Dr. Alfredo Maiolese has been invited to participate to the first online International Conference organised by AlBalagh Academy.  Many scholars and teachers had given their speeches on: 

              Islam and Western Ideologies. 

The European Muslim League congratulates with the organisation for this important event and subject matter. 

VATICAN CITY

          Letter from the Secretary of State 

MARGHERITA ISLAND, VENEZUELA

 

Our Ambassador to Venezuela Dr. Kassem Mohammed Tayjan, as well as, coordinator for Latin America of the Ambassadors of Peace of the EML, he organized lessons in Arabic language and religion at the Venezuelan Islamic College of Margarita despite the particularly difficult period in the country. These lessons are held constantly on Saturdays, they are aimed at Muslims and non-Muslims who want to know our religion. We thank him and his collaborators for this important initiative which, thanks be to God, enlightened Venezuelans by accepting to become Muslims.

ELBASAN, ALBANIA

 

PEACE MARCH 22 - Elbasan 8 January 2022 Even today, from "Elbasan Arena" Square, started the annual Peace March that had as its theme "Education - is the main tool for social and national progress!" Mr. Sokol Lulgjuraj, Director of QBNF, after thanking the participants of the event, invited the religious and civil authorities in turn for their messages. EML representative in Albania and QBNF President Dr. Arben Ramkaj stressed the importance of education and the contribution that religious communities have given over the centuries to the nation. Afterwards, Mrs. Evis Kushi, Minister of Education, after thanking QBNF for this already traditional commitment, highly appreciated the selection of this very current and necessary topic where the contribution of all is required. Further on behalf of the Municipality expressed the considerations Deputy Mayor Mr. Jetjon Gjuraj. Busti Kozma Naska delivered "Religious Communities Example for Education" and "Religion as a Tireless Missionary for the Education of Generations" by Mufti Agim Duka and Don Giuseppe Testa, as well as the MP of Elbasan, Mr. Florenc Spaho. At the stop at the bust of Kostandin Kristoforidhi, Metropolitan Hirësi Andoni spoke on "Education - the main source for a brighter future" and the director of ZVA, Mr. Ermir Çela. Finally, the September of Aqif Pasha was announced "Religious leaders, advisors and educators of the masses" by Baba Faik Selmani and "God always pushes us towards Education!" by Pastor Ilirian John. Head of District Mr. Bukurosh Stafa presented some directions where their institution is focused and has invested while Rector Skender Topi meditated on the professionalism of the university that increases the level of Education. In the end, the deputy mayor Vesa Llanaj praised the contribution of all by encouraging the activism of all actors.