Condemnation of Recent Attack on Charlie Hebdo in Paris

Posted on 8/1/2015

Condemnation of Recent Attack on Charlie Hebdo in Paris

Pearl Institute Strongly Condemns Recent Attack on Charlie Hebdo in Paris

Hong Kong, January 8, 2015 – Pearl Institute (Formerly known as Anatolia Cultural and Dialogue Centre) utterly condemns the barbaric attack that has taken place today in Paris on the French magazine Charlie Hebdo, leading to the loss of 12 lives and the injury of others. The brutal murder of journalists and police officers is an appalling crime that we hope will soon be met with fair justice, as the alleged attackers remain at large.

Such horrific actions represent an assault on human dignity and democratic values and can never be justified. At Pearl Institute we promote open and candid dialogue and interaction where ideas are aired, appreciated and only challenged, if challenged at all, again through ideas. Their actions are wholly incompatible with the values and work of the Pearl Institute, which seek to promote unity, tolerance, compassion and peaceful dialogue.

In these difficult times we offer the families of the victims and the people of France our heartfelt condolences. We wish those injured a speedy recovery and pray for peace, unity and patience between communities in France and around the world. We call upon everyone to stand together and united against such murderous acts.

Please click here to see Fethullah Gulen’s Messages on Terrorism

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