Saturday, July 09, 2005
Islamic Society of Britain condemns London attacks
Salam/Peace:
PRESS RELEASE
7th July 2005
Muslims condemn vicious attacks on our capital
The Islamic Society of Britain (ISB) totally condemns the vicious and indiscriminate attacks that have shocked our capital. The ISB extends its deep-felt sympathy to the families of those killed and to all those who have been hurt or wounded in the explosions. The ISB stands in solidarity with the nation.
It is absolutely imperative that we all, Muslim or not, as citizens wishing to live together in a secure, civilised society, stand up and fight these acts. ‘This is a time for us all to pull together and heal each other’s wounds. It’s a time to draw close in tenderness but also in outrage. We hope the perpetrators are brought to justice for the utter horror of their attacks at such a critical stage’, commented Dr Munir Ahmed, the President of ISB.
In the aftermath of Live 8, with Africa thrust so high on our agenda, with climate change discussions laid on the table, in the jubilant celebrations of London winning the Olympic bid, these incidents take on an even more stark significance. ‘This is a time for our nation indeed the whole of the world to close ranks and condemn in no uncertain terms those behind these acts. Let us keep alive the Olympic spirit and see solidarity of our hearts and souls; terrorism will not defeat us!’ stressed Dr Ahmed.
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Notes to Editors
For further information please contact the ISB Media representatives on: 0709 201 3614.
The Islamic Society of Britain (ISB) was established in 1990 in response to the needs of the growing British Muslim community to learn about, and to practice their faith in a British context. It is an affiliate member of the Muslim Council of Britain.
For details about ISB activities please visit: www.isb.org.uk.
PRESS RELEASE
7th July 2005
Muslims condemn vicious attacks on our capital
The Islamic Society of Britain (ISB) totally condemns the vicious and indiscriminate attacks that have shocked our capital. The ISB extends its deep-felt sympathy to the families of those killed and to all those who have been hurt or wounded in the explosions. The ISB stands in solidarity with the nation.
It is absolutely imperative that we all, Muslim or not, as citizens wishing to live together in a secure, civilised society, stand up and fight these acts. ‘This is a time for us all to pull together and heal each other’s wounds. It’s a time to draw close in tenderness but also in outrage. We hope the perpetrators are brought to justice for the utter horror of their attacks at such a critical stage’, commented Dr Munir Ahmed, the President of ISB.
In the aftermath of Live 8, with Africa thrust so high on our agenda, with climate change discussions laid on the table, in the jubilant celebrations of London winning the Olympic bid, these incidents take on an even more stark significance. ‘This is a time for our nation indeed the whole of the world to close ranks and condemn in no uncertain terms those behind these acts. Let us keep alive the Olympic spirit and see solidarity of our hearts and souls; terrorism will not defeat us!’ stressed Dr Ahmed.
-Ends-
Notes to Editors
For further information please contact the ISB Media representatives on: 0709 201 3614.
The Islamic Society of Britain (ISB) was established in 1990 in response to the needs of the growing British Muslim community to learn about, and to practice their faith in a British context. It is an affiliate member of the Muslim Council of Britain.
For details about ISB activities please visit: www.isb.org.uk.
