MADRID, SPAIN

This year we like to wish You Happy Ramadan from Spain.

There is a hint of excitement in the air as we in the European Muslim League approach the final countdown to Ramadan this year.

It is no exaggeration to say we have all been challenged in a way that could not have been imagined before the pandemic descended and so ruthlessly changed our lives forever.

Regardless of faith, skin colour or nationality, Covid-19 cruelly snatched away the lives of many of our loved ones, our friends and work colleagues as it swept through all of our communities without mercy. 

Life will never be the same again.

So this Ramadan let's pray for a better tomorrow and a world in which kindness as well as forgiveness becomes the byword of all Muslims.

Fasting is key for the purification of mind, body and soul and this Ramadan, we at EML respectfully ask all members of our great faith to use this blessed month purposefully.

For many of us, we will still be denied the joy of breaking our fast with fellow Muslims or going to the mosque to pray as lockdowns and self isolation are still being observed.

However, this wonderful holy month of Ramadan still gives us an opportunity to reach out to our fellow human beings with love, peace and purpose.

While Ramadan is all about seeking forgiveness for Allah and earning His blessings we can also use this time productively to think about how we can make the world a better place.

Charitable giving is already part of the DNA of all Muslims as is closeness to family but this year, at EML, we are asking our brothers and sisters to look beyond our immediate circles to extend friendship and solidarity further afield.

If this Pandemic has taught us anything, it is how to communicate with others through long distance channels and online communications.

We must extend Islam's message of peace, love and spirituality beyond our normal borders and, more importantly, let kindness be the key.

May this auspicious month bring us all countless blessings and smiles through good deeds.

Wishing you all a memorable Ramadan with your family and friends. Stay safe and stay blessed.

 

CARACAS, VENEZUELA

 

The Islamic Community of Venezuela together with the Study Center and in collaboration with our EML Ambassador H.E. Dr. Ven Kassim Tajan rewarded the young people, who have learned the Holy Koran by heart.

BAGHDAD, IRAQ

On his visit today to Iraq, Pope Francis takes a new step of peace towards being a “messenger of peace for the tired,” as he doesn’t seek to encounter the strongest of the world but rather goes to the weak ones. He declared that he is going to Iraq as a pilgrim carrying a message of love to the wounded peoples under the weight of wars, divisions and terrorism. This message is considered as an extension of the “Human Fraternity document for World Peace and Coexistence” which he signed with Al-Azhar Sheikh Ahmed Al-Tayeb, in Abu Dhabi, in February 2019.

The EML, and its agency International Council for Cooperation and Peace the Presidency and all members thank Pope Francesco for his efforts towards peace and against wars.

ATHENS, GREECE

The Presidency of European Muslim League, the President Amb Alfredo Maiolese, the Secretary General Dr.Yvonne Ridley, together with all the members of EML, are glad to announce the nomination of a new Ambassador of Peace in the Republic of Greece.

Congratulations to H.E. Mufti Giasiar Serif Damadoglou for this important role in his Country. He will be very important mediator for the relations with Orthodox Church.

NEW YORK, USA

The Presidedency of EML, confirms to follow the charter of UN and the policy in defence of human rights and the respect for all races, cultures and religions. The only method of overcome the conflicts is diplomacy and international law.  The European Muslim League always encourages peace, stability and love between different peoples.

 

GENOVA,ITALY

On the occasion of the world day of brotherhood established by the United Nations and celebrated all over the world, the President of the EML Envoy Dr. Alfredo Maiolese at the invitation of the Community of Sant'Egidio which wanted to bring many spiritual leaders to attend, participated with enthusiasm. We thank the organizers and in particular Dr. Claudio Bagnasco who is a very active figure in the city in helping those most in need. 

The 3 organizers of the event were: Migrantes diocesan office -Diocesan office for interreligious dialogue and the Community of Sant’Egidio.

VATICAN CITY