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The American Religious Freedom Report refers to Iraq and specifically mentions the position of a sheikh on Nasiriyah
Shafaq News/ The US State Department has issued the International Religious Freedom Report for 2021. The report, which was first issued in 1998, provides a comprehensive and list review of the state of religious freedom in nearly 200 countries and regions around the world.
This came in a press conference attended by US Secretary of State Anthony Blinken, along with Ambassador for International Religious Freedom Rashad Hussein, where it was emphasized that “respect for religious freedom is not only one of the deepest values and a universal human right, but also a vital priority in the foreign policy of the United States, So we must do more to combat the growing forms of hate."
"This year's report includes several countries where religious freedom has seen remarkable progress, thanks to the work of governments, civil society organizations and citizens. For example, last year the Kingdom of Morocco launched an initiative to renovate Jewish heritage sites such as synagogues and cemeteries, and to include history," Blinken explained. The Jew in the Moroccan public school curricula.
He added, "In Taiwan, the authorities have made it easier to report employers who refuse to give their workers a day off each week to attend religious services. In East Timor, new President José Ramos-Horta recently pledged to defend the rights of all citizens regardless of religious background."
In Iraq, he continued, "Pope Francis was received on the first ever papal visit to the country, where Christian and interreligious celebrations were held in Baghdad, Mosul and the Kurdistan Region of Iraq." He noted that “one of the local leaders from Nasiriyah, Sheikh Haider al-Dabisi, said after the papal visit: 'The Pope came to Iraq even though he could hardly walk. He sent a message not only to Iraqis, but to the whole world, that Islam and other religions You can all sit together in peace.”
"Unfortunately, the report also makes clear that we have more work to do," he said. "In many parts of the world, governments fail to respect the basic rights of their citizens. Some governments continue to use blasphemy and apostasy laws to censor the language of religious minorities. Others prohibit Expression of religious belief such as restrictions on religious clothing. He stressed that "all societies, including the United States and Europe, must do more to combat rising forms of hatred, including anti-Semitism and anti-Muslim sentiment."
He added, "To highlight some examples, in March, an extensive legal review of the evidence said that the Burmese military committed genocide and crimes against humanity with intent to destroy the Muslim-majority Rohingya in 2017, attacks on mosques, religious and ethnic slurs, and desecration of the Koran. In Eritrea, only four religious groups are allowed to practice their faith freely, while members of other religious minorities have been arrested, detained and forced to renounce their faith as a precondition for release.In Saudi Arabia, we appreciate the important recent moves to increase interfaith dialogue and religious tolerance, however, the practice of Religious observances other than Islam remain illegal, and the government continues to discriminate against members of religious minorities.”
He noted that China "continues to genocide and repression of the predominantly Muslim Uyghur community. Since April 2017, more than one million Uyghurs, and other minorities, have been detained in concentration camps in Xinjiang. China continues to harass followers of religions it considers incompatible with party doctrine. Chinese Communist Party, including the destruction of Buddhist, Christian, Islamic, and Taoist houses of worship, and the erection of barriers to employment and housing for Christians, Muslims, and Tibetan Buddhists.
He added, "In Afghanistan, the state of religious freedom deteriorated dramatically under the Taliban, especially when they suppressed the basic rights of women and girls to access education, work, and integrate into society, often under the banner of religion. Meanwhile, ISIS-K launches violent attacks." increasingly against religious minorities, particularly the Hazara Shiites. In Pakistan, at least 16 people accused of blasphemy were sentenced to death by Pakistani courts in 2021, although none of these sentences have yet been carried out.
He noted that the report "documents how religious freedom and the rights of religious minorities are under threat in societies around the world. For example, in India, the world's largest democracy and home to a great diversity of religions, it has seen increasing attacks on people and places of worship. And in Vietnam "The authorities crack down on members of unregistered religious denominations. In Nigeria, many state governments use anti-defamation and blasphemy laws to punish people for expressing their beliefs."
For his part, International Religious Freedom Ambassador Rashad Hussein noted that the report “gives a voice to the countless individuals around the world who have been killed, beaten, threatened, harassed, or imprisoned for seeking to practice their conscience.” You will continue to defend those who are oppressed around the world."
He noted that "on the pages of this year's report are stories of individuals who have suffered unspeakable persecution, and governments that have sought to restrict religious beliefs and practices and their expression. Religious groups have also been targeted by non-state actors, attacked places of worship, and religious and ethnic groups have been vilified in their hateful narratives, Including on social media platforms. From Jehovah’s Witnesses in Russia, Jews in Europe, Baha’is in Iran, Christians in North Korea, Nigeria and Saudi Arabia, Muslims in Burma and China, Catholics in Nicaragua, atheists and humanists around the world. No community was free of these violations.
In his speech, the ambassador presented three main themes in this year's report; First: Many governments use discriminatory laws and policies and work to harm their people. We have witnessed the genocide of religious minority communities in recent years, in China and Burma. Second, the increase in intolerance and hatred in society is fueling violence and conflict around the world. Governments must not remain silent or idly by in the face of such repression. Third, effective cooperation between civil society, governments and multilateral partners has led to some progress, and this raises hope in addressing these complex challenges.
He noted that “strong and independent civil society institutions help governments solve problems and better serve their people by highlighting the issues that matter most. Where civil society thrives, governments act with greater transparency and accountability, creating a tangible impact on the lives of ordinary citizens. Thus, We must listen to and empower the voices of civil society, including those who oppose the views of the majority or criticize the government, that work for a more just and peaceful future for all of us. Change is only possible through the hard work of groups and individuals dedicated to the fight for these rights."
He concluded: “Today, more than ever, we have tools that facilitate the flow of information to keep individuals informed. We have mechanisms to highlight abuses that occur, and we have the means to hold bad actors accountable. We have partners in this effort, including leaders Religious people.Religion can be a powerful force for good, and should never be used to harm people.The greatest hope is that together we can unite our efforts to ensure that freedom of religion or belief is respected for all people around the world,and that we continue in solidarity with all persons who seek to practice their beliefs.
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This came in a press conference attended by US Secretary of State Anthony Blinken, along with Ambassador for International Religious Freedom Rashad Hussein, where it was emphasized that “respect for religious freedom is not only one of the deepest values and a universal human right, but also a vital priority in the foreign policy of the United States, So we must do more to combat the growing forms of hate."
"This year's report includes several countries where religious freedom has seen remarkable progress, thanks to the work of governments, civil society organizations and citizens. For example, last year the Kingdom of Morocco launched an initiative to renovate Jewish heritage sites such as synagogues and cemeteries, and to include history," Blinken explained. The Jew in the Moroccan public school curricula.
He added, "In Taiwan, the authorities have made it easier to report employers who refuse to give their workers a day off each week to attend religious services. In East Timor, new President José Ramos-Horta recently pledged to defend the rights of all citizens regardless of religious background."
In Iraq, he continued, "Pope Francis was received on the first ever papal visit to the country, where Christian and interreligious celebrations were held in Baghdad, Mosul and the Kurdistan Region of Iraq." He noted that “one of the local leaders from Nasiriyah, Sheikh Haider al-Dabisi, said after the papal visit: 'The Pope came to Iraq even though he could hardly walk. He sent a message not only to Iraqis, but to the whole world, that Islam and other religions You can all sit together in peace.”
"Unfortunately, the report also makes clear that we have more work to do," he said. "In many parts of the world, governments fail to respect the basic rights of their citizens. Some governments continue to use blasphemy and apostasy laws to censor the language of religious minorities. Others prohibit Expression of religious belief such as restrictions on religious clothing. He stressed that "all societies, including the United States and Europe, must do more to combat rising forms of hatred, including anti-Semitism and anti-Muslim sentiment."
He added, "To highlight some examples, in March, an extensive legal review of the evidence said that the Burmese military committed genocide and crimes against humanity with intent to destroy the Muslim-majority Rohingya in 2017, attacks on mosques, religious and ethnic slurs, and desecration of the Koran. In Eritrea, only four religious groups are allowed to practice their faith freely, while members of other religious minorities have been arrested, detained and forced to renounce their faith as a precondition for release.In Saudi Arabia, we appreciate the important recent moves to increase interfaith dialogue and religious tolerance, however, the practice of Religious observances other than Islam remain illegal, and the government continues to discriminate against members of religious minorities.”
He noted that China "continues to genocide and repression of the predominantly Muslim Uyghur community. Since April 2017, more than one million Uyghurs, and other minorities, have been detained in concentration camps in Xinjiang. China continues to harass followers of religions it considers incompatible with party doctrine. Chinese Communist Party, including the destruction of Buddhist, Christian, Islamic, and Taoist houses of worship, and the erection of barriers to employment and housing for Christians, Muslims, and Tibetan Buddhists.
He added, "In Afghanistan, the state of religious freedom deteriorated dramatically under the Taliban, especially when they suppressed the basic rights of women and girls to access education, work, and integrate into society, often under the banner of religion. Meanwhile, ISIS-K launches violent attacks." increasingly against religious minorities, particularly the Hazara Shiites. In Pakistan, at least 16 people accused of blasphemy were sentenced to death by Pakistani courts in 2021, although none of these sentences have yet been carried out.
He noted that the report "documents how religious freedom and the rights of religious minorities are under threat in societies around the world. For example, in India, the world's largest democracy and home to a great diversity of religions, it has seen increasing attacks on people and places of worship. And in Vietnam "The authorities crack down on members of unregistered religious denominations. In Nigeria, many state governments use anti-defamation and blasphemy laws to punish people for expressing their beliefs."
For his part, International Religious Freedom Ambassador Rashad Hussein noted that the report “gives a voice to the countless individuals around the world who have been killed, beaten, threatened, harassed, or imprisoned for seeking to practice their conscience.” You will continue to defend those who are oppressed around the world."
He noted that "on the pages of this year's report are stories of individuals who have suffered unspeakable persecution, and governments that have sought to restrict religious beliefs and practices and their expression. Religious groups have also been targeted by non-state actors, attacked places of worship, and religious and ethnic groups have been vilified in their hateful narratives, Including on social media platforms. From Jehovah’s Witnesses in Russia, Jews in Europe, Baha’is in Iran, Christians in North Korea, Nigeria and Saudi Arabia, Muslims in Burma and China, Catholics in Nicaragua, atheists and humanists around the world. No community was free of these violations.
In his speech, the ambassador presented three main themes in this year's report; First: Many governments use discriminatory laws and policies and work to harm their people. We have witnessed the genocide of religious minority communities in recent years, in China and Burma. Second, the increase in intolerance and hatred in society is fueling violence and conflict around the world. Governments must not remain silent or idly by in the face of such repression. Third, effective cooperation between civil society, governments and multilateral partners has led to some progress, and this raises hope in addressing these complex challenges.
He noted that “strong and independent civil society institutions help governments solve problems and better serve their people by highlighting the issues that matter most. Where civil society thrives, governments act with greater transparency and accountability, creating a tangible impact on the lives of ordinary citizens. Thus, We must listen to and empower the voices of civil society, including those who oppose the views of the majority or criticize the government, that work for a more just and peaceful future for all of us. Change is only possible through the hard work of groups and individuals dedicated to the fight for these rights."
He concluded: “Today, more than ever, we have tools that facilitate the flow of information to keep individuals informed. We have mechanisms to highlight abuses that occur, and we have the means to hold bad actors accountable. We have partners in this effort, including leaders Religious people.Religion can be a powerful force for good, and should never be used to harm people.The greatest hope is that together we can unite our efforts to ensure that freedom of religion or belief is respected for all people around the world,and that we continue in solidarity with all persons who seek to practice their beliefs.
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