(Ahlul Bayt News Agency) - The timing and message of this event in Glasgow, the first of its kind, is all the more poignant given the brutal murder of a British soldier in London and the islamophobic backlash across the UK in its aftermath.
In a strong show of unity, Muslims and non Muslims, including Scotland's first minister Alex Salmond condemned the attack on Lee Rigby and also the attempts to demonize the UK’s Islamic community.
A host of other prominent political figures were also present.
This was also an event about unity and peace BETWEEN Muslims.
It was sponsored by the Forum for proximity of Islamic schools of thought. The forum was established in Iran in 1989, to build bridges and dialogue. Its head Grand Ayatollah Mohsen Araki was special guest alongside the first minister.
Also in attendance were many Sunni scholars, in a show of unity against extremism and sectarianism.
A positive message, a united front and a unified message - not seen often enough, but that very much needs to be heard.
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11 June 2013 - 09:28
News ID: 428488
Top political and religious leaders have held a ceremony in Glasgow, Scotland to promote peace and unity among Muslims and non-Muslims. The event was also meant to raise awareness about a fresh wave of anti-Muslim sentiments in the U-K
