Muslim Council of Elders Strongly Condemns Sydney Shooting - Firmly Rejects All Forms of Violence and Targeting of Civilians
The Muslim Council of Elders, under the chairmanship of His Eminence Dr. Ahmed Al-Tayeb, the Grand Imam of Al-Azhar, strongly condemns the mass shooting that took place at Bondi Beach in Sydney, Australia, resulting in several deaths and injuries.
The Council reiterates its unequivocal rejection of all forms of violence and terrorism, regardless of motive, stressing that targeting innocent civilians is a heinous crime that contradicts the teachings of Islam and all divine religions, as well as ethical and human values, since it is a flagrant violation of the principles of coexistence and societal peace.
The Muslim Council of Elders calls for strengthening international efforts to combat hate speech, extremism, and racism, while also addressing the root causes of such reprehensible violence, by promoting dialogue and mutual respect. It also emphasizes the importance of entrenching human fraternity as the most effective way to build safe, stable, and peaceful societies that are founded on justice.
The Council expresses its sincere condolences to the people of Australia and the families of the victims and prays to Almighty Allah to grant the injured a swift recovery.