Al-Azhar University condemns Israeli official's proposal to build a Jewish synagogue at Al-Aqsa Mosque, describing the remarks as incendiary and rooted in extremist ideology.
The institution urges Islamic countries to take decisive action against such irresponsible statements and extremist figures who provoke violence and terrorism against Palestinians.
Al-Azhar calls for international cooperation to address and prevent further provocations, emphasizing the need to protect sacred sites and uphold peace and stability in the region.
Cairo, August 28, 2024 — Al-Azhar University has issued a powerful denunciation of recent extremist statements made by an Israeli official regarding the proposed construction of a Jewish synagogue at the Al-Aqsa Mosque. In a statement released earlier today, Al-Azhar, one of the most prestigious Islamic institutions in the world, condemned these remarks as deeply provocative and incendiary.
The University highlighted that such statements are indicative of an extremist ideology that blatantly disregards the sacred beliefs of others, international laws, and existing agreements. These remarks, according to Al-Azhar, represent a dangerous mindset that prioritizes violence, lawlessness, and the violation of established norms over peace and mutual respect.
Al-Azhar's statement calls on governments of Islamic countries to take strong, unified action against such irresponsible and inflammatory rhetoric. The institution urged these governments to respond decisively to the repeated provocations from extremist figures who perpetuate violence and terrorism against innocent Palestinians. It stressed the urgent need for concerted efforts to halt these criminal statements and terrorist activities that undermine peace and stability in the region.
The university's condemnation reflects broader concerns about escalating tensions and the need for a cooperative international response to prevent further violence and ensure the protection of sacred sites and the rights of all communities involved.