Tuesday, 02 January 2024 12:17 GMT

UN chief calls for supporting equality regarding International Day to Combat Islamophobia


(MENAFN) UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres highlighted the International Day to Combat Islamophobia on Saturday by demanding worldwide measures to support fairness, human rights, as well as pride.

In a virtual remark, Guterres underlined an increase in racism against Muslims, such as discrimination, racism, as well as abusing people along with attacking religious places.

“As Muslims around the world come together to mark the holy months of Ramadan, many do so in fear, fear of discrimination, exclusion and even violence,” Guterres stated.

He highlighted that aggressions on one community risk the rights and freedoms of all, pressing authorities to boost social harmony as well as securing freedom of religion.

Guterres also called on online platforms to curb hate speech and harassment, stressing the need for collective action to combat xenophobia and discrimination.

“Let us work together to uphold equality, human rights and dignity, and build inclusive societies where everyone, regardless of their faith, can live in peace and harmony,” he also mentioned.

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