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Leaders
21-03-2025
- Politics
- Leaders
MWL Hosts Iftar Gathering at US Congress in Washington
The Makkah-based Muslim World League (MWL) has hosted an iftar gathering at the US Congress in Washington, according to Saudi Gazette. The iftar brought together various members of the American Congress, representing both the Republican and Democratic parties. In order to strengthen the values of understanding and coexistence in local communities, the gathering has invited Islamic figures and followers of other religions. By bringing Muslims and non-Muslims together, the iftar stands as a testament to MWL's pivotal efforts in representing the Muslim Ummah. Secretary General of MWL and Chairman of the Muslim Scholars Association Sheikh Muhammad Al-Issa welcomed the attendees through a video message. Moreover, Al-Issa stated that MWL hosts such religious events to promote the values of coexistence and cooperation between Muslims and non-Muslims. Sheikh Muhammad Al-Issa He noted that the iftar is the first of its kind in the US Congress in the holy month of Ramadan. 'Ramadan gives us an opportunity to appreciate Allah's blessings upon us and acknowledge the suffering of unfortunate people in this world. At the same time, it is a test of our piety, self-control, and commitment to obeying Allah during this month through fasting,' he said. The iftar highlighted the participation of House Religious Leader Margaret Kipling, Republican Representative Joe Wilson of South Carolina, Democratic Representative April McClain Delaney of Maryland, and Director of the White House Office of Interfaith Affairs Jennifer Korn. Related Topics: MWL to Organize 'Building Bridges between Islamic Sects' Conference Ramadan Vibes Meet Sustainability at Indian Consulate Iftar in Saudi Arabia Saudi Arabia Shares Ramadan Spirit with Massive Iftars in Asia Short link : Post Views: 2
Saudi Gazette
20-03-2025
- Politics
- Saudi Gazette
MWL hosts iftar at the US Congress in Washington
Saudi Gazette report MAKKAH — Several members of the American Congress, representing both the Republican and Democratic parties, attended an iftar party organized by the Makkah-based Muslim World League (MWL) at the US Congress in Washington. A number of Islamic figures and followers of other religions also attended the event aimed to strengthen understanding and coexistence between members of the Muslim community and followers of other religions. This is part of the MWL's international efforts to affirm its leadership role representing the Muslim Ummah. In a video message, addressing the attendees of the iftar reception, Secretary General of MWL and Chairman of the Muslim Scholars Association Sheikh Muhammad Al-Issa emphasized that the MWL seeks, through such religious events, to promote the values of coexistence and cooperation between Muslims and non-Muslims. He noted that holding the iftar, the first of its kind in the US Congress in the holy month of Ramadan, and the large turnout from across the spectrum of American society, represents an important addition to strengthening friendship and mutual trust among diverse segments of the American community. He noted that the wisdom behind inviting non-Muslims to this celebration was to highlight the meaning of Ramadan, the month of fasting that reflects a profound understanding of this ritual. "Ramadan allows us to appreciate God's blessings upon us and acknowledge the suffering of the less fortunate in this world. At the same time, it is a test of piety, self-control, and a commitment to obeying God during this month through fasting,' he said. For her part, Paula White, Senior Advisor to the President at the White House Faith Office, emphasized that President Donald Trump understands the importance of respecting religious diversity in the United States, a country founded on this foundation, and "this commitment is enshrined in the First Amendment of the U.S. Constitution." Prominent speakers included House Religious Leader Margaret Kipling, Republican Representative Joe Wilson of South Carolina, Democratic Representative April McClain Delaney of Maryland, and Director of the White House Office of Interfaith Affairs Jennifer Korn, as well as representatives of other faiths, the diplomatic corps, and congressional staff. Several Muslim figures also delivered remarks and interventions that focused on the noble purpose of the iftar.
Saudi Gazette
30-01-2025
- Politics
- Saudi Gazette
MWL chief meets Italian president in Rome; thanking him for supporting two-state solution
Saudi Gazette report RIYADH — Italian President Sergio Mattarella received Secretary General of the Muslim World League and Chairman of the Muslim Scholars Association Sheikh Muhammad Al-Issa at the Presidential Palace in Rome. During the meeting, they discussed a number of topics related to the importance of the effective contribution of religions in promoting global peace and strengthening friendship between peoples. They specially noted that many conflicts throughout human history were found rooted in false religious Al-Issa thanked Mattarella for his fair position on the legitimate rights of the Palestinian people, especially his support for the inevitable option of the two-state solution. He stressed that the religion of Islam called for mutual understanding between nations and peoples, respect for human dignity, and peaceful coexistence. He briefed the Italian president on the salient features of the 'Madinah Charter' and the 'Makkah Document'.The MWL chief praised the Italian Islamic community leaders for their depth of religious and intellectual awareness, saying that this reflects the true image of Islam. He lauded their pride in their national identity, respect for Italy's constitution, and their ideal coexistence within the framework of the unity of Italian society and the concepts of a comprehensive state of citizenship, while respecting religious privacy. On his part, the Italian president appreciated the efforts of the Muslim World League, led by its secretary general, to promote religious and civilizational peace, praising the values of Islam in this regard. He said that extremism, whatever its source, does not represent the civilizational values for which religions call for.
