PRESS RELEASES

The Muslim Council of Elders, under the chairmanship of His Eminence Dr. Ahmed Al-Tayeb, Grand Imam of Al-Azhar, strongly condemns the terrorist bombing that took place in the Syrian capital, Damascus, resulting in a number of deaths and injuries.

The Council reaffirms its categorical rejection of such heinous terrorist acts, which are contrary to the teachings of Islam, all divine religions, and international conventions and norms. It also reiterates its firm stance against all forms of violence and terrorism that seek to spread fear among innocent people and undermine security and stability.

The Muslim Council of Elders extends its sincere condolences to the families of the victims, as well as to the government and people of the Syrian Arab Republic, praying that Almighty Allah grants the injured a swift recovery.

The Muslim Council of Elders, chaired by His Eminence the Grand Imam Prof. Dr. Ahmed Al-Tayeb, Sheikh of Al-Azhar Al-Sharif, strongly condemns the renewed Iranian aggressive attacks targeting the Kingdom of Bahrain and the State of Kuwait with missiles and drones.

The Council of Muslim Elders reaffirms its categorical rejection of such aggressive attacks, which represent a flagrant violation of international law and the sovereignty of the Kingdom of Bahrain and the State of Kuwait, and a threat to the security and stability of the region.

The Council of Muslim Elders also affirms its full support for the Kingdom of Bahrain and the State of Kuwait for all measures they take to preserve their sovereignty, security and territorial integrity.

The Muslim Council of Elders, under the chairmanship of His Eminence Dr. Ahmed Al-Tayeb, the Grand Imam of Al-Azhar, extends sincere solidarity with the Republic of Venezuela following the two earthquakes that struck the country, resulting in a number of casualties and injuries, as well as significant material damage.

The Muslim Council of Elders calls on the international community to strengthen solidarity and humanitarian cooperation to support relief and rescue efforts, assist the affected, and accelerate the search for those missing, in a way that reflects the values of cooperation and solidarity in the face of disasters and crises.

The Council also extends its deepest condolences to the Republic of Venezuela and to the families of the victims, praying that Almighty Allah grants a speedy recovery to the injured, returns the missing safely, and alleviates the impact of this tragic disaster.

The Muslim Council of Elders, under the chairmanship of His Eminence Dr. Ahmed Al-Tayeb, Grand Imam of Al-Azhar, expresses its sympathy and solidarity with the State of Qatar following the explosion at a factory in the Ras Laffan Industrial Area, which resulted in several deaths and injuries.

The Muslim Council of Elders extends its sincere condolences to the leadership, government, and people of Qatar over the victims of this tragic incident. It also wishes a speedy recovery to all those injured and prays that Allah protects the State of Qatar and its people from all harm, and grants them continued security, safety, and stability.

The Muslim Council of Elders, under the chairmanship of His Eminence Dr. Ahmed Al-Tayeb, Grand Imam of Al-Azhar, strongly condemns the terrorist attack that targeted Diori Hamani Airport in Niamey, the capital of Niger, resulting in a number of deaths and injuries.

The Muslim Council of Elders affirms its firm rejection of such terrorist and criminal acts, which are contrary to the teachings of the Islam, all divine religions, human values, as well as international conventions and norms. The Council calls for decisive action against violent and terrorist groups that seek to wreak havoc and undermine security and stability. It also emphasizes the importance of strengthening efforts to counter hate speech, confront extremist ideologies, and promote the values of dialogue, tolerance, coexistence, and peace.

The Muslim Council of Elders extends its sincere condolences to the Republic of Niger— government and people—and to the families of the victims, praying to Almighty Allah to grant a swift recovery to the injured.

The Muslim Council of Elders, under the chairmanship of His Eminence Dr. Ahmed Al-Tayeb, Grand Imam of Al-Azhar, strongly condemns the Iranian attacks targeting the State of Kuwait and the Kingdom of Bahrain which included missile and drone strikes on Kuwait International Airport, resulting in significant material damage to the passenger terminal, the death of one individual, and injuries to several others, in addition to damage to vital facilities, including diplomatic missions. The Council also condemns the attacks carried out against the Kingdom of Bahrain using missiles and drones.

The Council affirms its unequivocal rejection of such terrorist acts, which constitute a clear violation of international law, a flagrant breach of state sovereignty, and a direct threat to national security, stability, and the safety of civilians. It further stresses that targeting diplomatic missions is a criminal act that is explicitly prohibited and condemned under international law and established diplomatic norms.

The Muslim Council of Elders expresses its utmost solidarity with the State of Kuwait and the Kingdom of Bahrain and reiterates its support for all measures taken by both nations to safeguard their security, stability, and the safety of their citizens and residents. The Council also calls on the international community to assume its responsibilities in putting an end to these ongoing attacks, in order to preserve regional security and stability, uphold state sovereignty, and protect the safety of their peoples.

The Muslim Council of Elders, under the chairmanship of His Eminence Dr. Ahmed Al-Tayeb, Grand Imam of Al-Azhar Al-Sharif and Chairman of the Muslim Council of Elders, strongly condemns the storming of the courtyards of Al-Aqsa Mosque by settlers under the protection of the Israeli occupation police, and the raising of the occupation flag within its precincts.

The Council reiterates its categorical rejection of such extremist and provocative violations, and of all actions and attempts aimed at altering the established religious, historical, and legal status of the city of Jerusalem and Al-Aqsa Mosque. The Council stresses that Al-Aqsa Mosque — in its entirety, encompassing an area of 144 dunams — is a place of worship exclusively and solely for Muslims.

The Council further calls upon the international community to uphold its moral and legal responsibilities toward Islamic holy sites, and to take immediate and decisive measures to bring an end to the repeated violations against the city of Jerusalem and Al-Aqsa Mosque. It warns that the continued perpetuation of these systematic violations carries grave consequences for security and stability across the region.

The Muslim Council of Elders renews its call for urgent and concerted action to achieve a just and comprehensive solution to the Palestinian cause, to end the suffering of the Palestinian people — which has persisted for more than seven decades — and to affirm their legitimate right to establish an independent state with Holy Jerusalem as its capital.

The Muslim Council of Elders, under the chairmanship of His Eminence Dr. Ahmed Al-Tayeb, the Grand Imam of Al-Azhar, strongly condemns the shooting targetting an Islamic center in San Diego, California, resulting in the deaths of three people.

The Council affirms its unequivocal rejection of all forms of violence, hatred, extremism, and Islamophobia, as well as attacks on places of worship and peaceful worshippers. Such criminal acts, it stresses, are religiously, morally, and humanely unacceptable, and constitute a flagrant violation of laws, values, and the principles of peaceful coexistence as well as posing a serious threat to the security and stability of societies.

The Muslim Council of Elders calls for strengthened international efforts to combat hate speech, racism, and Islamophobia, and to eradicate the root causes of extremism and incitement in all their forms. It further emphasizes the importance of promoting mutual respect, peaceful coexistence, and human fraternity among followers of different religions and cultures. The Council also expresses its solidarity with the victims of this tragic incident and their families.

The Muslim Council of Elders, under the chairmanship of His Eminence Dr. Ahmed Al-Tayeb, the Grand Imam of Al-Azhar, extends its sincere congratulations to the Arab and Islamic nations, as well as to Muslims around the world, on the blessed occasion of Eid Al-Adha. May this blessed occasion bring goodness, prosperity, and blessings to all humanity.

The Council affirms that this blessed occasion comes at a time when the world faces increasing challenges that call for strengthening the values of coexistence and solidarity, promoting a culture of dialogue and mutual understanding, respecting the sovereignty of states, ending wars and conflicts, preserving the security and stability of societies, and fostering collective efforts to support peace, uphold human dignity, and spare the region and the world from the causes of tension and crises.

The Muslim Council of Elders calls for drawing inspiration from the spirit of this blessed occasion by seeking closeness to Almighty Allah and spreading joy to the hearts of the less fortunate, the vulnerable, the deprived, and marginalized. It encourages extending a helping hand, meeting their needs, and offering support. The Council also emphasizes that Eid Al-Adha, with its profound meanings of mercy, generosity, and solidarity, represents a renewed opportunity to reinforce the values of human fraternity, build bridges of understanding among peoples, and promote the values of peace, compassion, and solidarity.

The Muslim Council of Elders, under the chairmanship of His Eminence Dr. Ahmed Al-Tayeb, Grand Imam of Al-Azhar, strongly condemns the targeting of the vicinity of the Barakah Nuclear Power Plant in the Al Dhafra region of the United Arab Emirates by a drone, noting that no casualties were reported. The Council reaffirms its unequivocal rejection of such criminal attacks targeting vital facilities and threatening the security and stability of nations, as well as the safety of civilians.

The Council emphasizes that such hostile acts constitute a flagrant violation of international law and norms and pose a serious threat to the security of civilian facilities, infrastructure, and the energy sector. These acts may have far-reaching repercussions for regional and international peace and security.

The Muslim Council of Elders renews its solidarity with the United Arab Emirates—its leadership, government, and people—and expresses its support for all measures taken to safeguard its security, stability, and the safety of its citizens and residents. The Council also calls for strengthened regional and international cooperation to address threats targeting national security and civilian infrastructure, and to promote the values of peace and stability while ensuring the protection of all communities and societies.