Ulema reject terrorism in Islamic perspective in decree
Religious scholars and interfaith leaders in Islamabad reaffirm a decree framing terrorism in Islamic perspective as forbidden, backing Paigham-i-Pakistan.
Scholars, spiritual leaders and interfaith representatives in Islamabad unanimously backed a decree against terrorism, suicide attacks and extremism.
The meeting at Jamia Salafia Dawat-ul-Haq was chaired by Hafiz Muhammad Tahir Mehmood Ashrafi of the Pakistan Ulema Council.
Participants said suicide attacks and killing innocents are forbidden in Islam and condemned using women, children and students for terror.
They endorsed Paigham-i-Pakistan and pledged harmony, youth protection and support for security institutions, stressing peace in Balochistan.