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As
presidents of the Islamic – Catholic Liaison Committee we firmly condemn, in
its name, the terrorist acts that continue to be perpetrated in Iraq and that
involve also the civilian population. We condemn in particular the suicide
attacks in areas in which are located places of worship, both against Muslims
and against Christians gathered for worship.
Such
acts of blind violence offend the sacred name of God and true religion. They
evidence a gross misunderstanding of the history and culture of this sorely
tried country. They represent a grave threat to peaceful coexistence and the
ordered development of Iraqi society.
It
is our sincere hope that, with the help of the Almighty and Merciful God, the
Iraqi people may finally enjoy the gift of peace, in an atmosphere of mutual
respect and genuine collaboration among all its citizens of whatever religious
tradition.
Prof. Dr. Hamid Bin
Ahmad Al-Rifaie
Archbishop Michael L. Fitzgerald
