 Leaders of Islamic countries, at the conclusion of their 11th summit in the Senegalese capital, rejected Friday as incompatible the link between extremism and terrorism with Islam.| I need a ophthalmologist and some suction cups, my eyes just rolled all the way back and got stuck. |
The leaders of the 57-member Organization of Islamic Conference (OIC), in their "Dakar Declaration," called for organizing an international meeting to encourage dialogue between Muslims and Christians. A "dialogue of civilizations" is needed, read the declaration, approved after the two-day summit.
The OIC leaders said they "strongly condemn" all forms of extremism and dogmatism which were "imcompatible with Islam, a relgion of moderation and peaceful coexistence." Therefore, added the leaders, "we believe that it is important" to organize an international meeting on "Islamic-Christian dialogue" which would bring together government and non-government parties.The OIC leaders, who pledged to work hard to improve image of Islam, condemned all forms of terrorism, and said it was not linked with any religion, race, color or a nation. However, they said the Legitimate Resistance™ against foreign Occupation® should not be considered as an act of terrorism.| "It's...something else. Not the same. Not even a little bit." |
Earlier today, the OIC leaders approved a new Charter of the organization following differences between member states. The new charter includes new articles dealing with membership criteria, the right of self-determination and voting modalities. |