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The upcoming conference, as elucidated by Zolfaqar-Talab, marks a sequel to the first of its kind held four years ago. “That conference had then created a significant impact in the Muslim world, which was grappling at a time with multifaceted crises and tensions, and strived to bridge the ideological chasm amongst its constituents,” he pointed out.
The conference chair noted that the goals of Sharia possess enormous potential to foster greater convergence within the Islamic world and engender a new Islamic civilization.
Moreover, the Palestinian issue has been accorded particular attention at the conference. Zolfaqar-Talab averred that, in adherence to the tenets of the Sharia, the Islamic world and its intellectuals must come to an understanding that the plight of Palestine could serve as a unifying factor for the liberation from subjugation, oppression, anti-Islamism, and arrogance.
Mahmoud Vaezi, the head of Tehran University’s Faculty of Theology and Islamic Studies, who has co-organized the upcoming event, said the conference seeks to demonstrate that religion is an embodiment of peace and humanity, rather than a source of hardship and misfortune. Vaezi emphasized the significance of such programs to provide a platform for showcasing the true face of Islam to the world.
“Islam is a faith founded on the principles of peace and amity, but its enemies try to vilify it through their Islamophobic agenda.”
The dean further warned that anti-Islamic forces manipulate the media to propagate falsehoods about Islam and sow seeds of discord among Islamic nations.
Encouraging dialogue and interaction, Vaezi suggested that Islamic countries need to come together and seek factual clarity instead of adopting confrontational stances.
‘Motherless’ awarded at Rainbow Int’l Film Festival
‘Motherless,’ directed by acclaimed Iranian filmmaker Morteza Fatemi, emerged triumphant at the 24th Rainbow International Film Festival in East London, garnering the Best Director Award.
The festival, which took place from May 28 to June 4, showcased exceptional films from around the world, highlighting outstanding cinematic achievements.
Featuring an exceptional cast, ‘Motherless’ showcases the remarkable talents of Amir Aqaei, Mitra Hajjar, Pejman Jamshidi, Pardis Pour-Abedini, Ali Owji, Bita Aziz, Sara Mohammadi, and Fatemeh Mirzaei.