Al Khoei Foundation issues statement in relation to Brussels attack

A Belgian soldier patrols on Brussels Grand Place in central Brussels, November 21, 2015, after security was tightened in Belgium following the fatal attacks in Paris. Belgium raised the alert status for its capital Brussels to the highest level on Saturday, shutting the metro and waing the public to avoid crowds because of a "serious and imminent" threat of an attack. REUTERS/Francois Lenoir - RTX1V58X

SHAFAQNA – We share the grief and pain of the people of Brussels following this moing’s terrorist attacks targeting iocent lives.

Such attacks go against the basic values and tenants of all beliefs and religions, and are affront to civilisation and the messages of mercy, compassion, peace and coexistence.

The attacks on Brussels are the latest tragedy following the Istanbul and Ankara bombings and the frequent attacks on civilians in Syria and Iraq. We pray for peace in all parts of the world, and our thoughts and prayers are with friends and families of victims of the recent attacks.

Extremism caot be combatted through military means only. The extremists are adamant to divide our rich and diverse societies through their words and actions in an attempt to separate us from one another. Therefore, it is vital for us to remain united and resilient, to work together to tackle this ideology of hate and its root causes.

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Al-Khoei Foundation