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Kosovo Gains Independence |
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Tuesday, 19 February 2008 |
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(Jamaica, NY) Islamic Circle of North America (ICNA) a leading grassroots
organization of American Muslims congratulates Kosovo on its newly acquired
independence. ICNA also commends the United States government for acknowledging
the sovereignty of the state of Kosovo, which was previously a province of
Serbia. It's only a matter of time that other countries will also come
forward to accept Kosovo as an independent state.
Kosovar Muslims
have suffered through ethnic cleansing and have survived genocide. The
international community must stay committed to helping to maintain peace and
order in the Balkans.
The Muslims of Kosovo should educate themselves on
the rights of minorities living under Muslims and should ensure that ethnic
Serbs living in Kosovo are given their due rights and are allowed to practice
their religion(s) freely.
It is indeed a historic day for humanity and especially for the Muslim Ummah to see Kosova becoming an
independent country after its long, valiant struggle and enormous sacrifices. We
pray to Allah (SWT) for those who have sacrificed their lives and for those who
have suffered tremendously in their struggle against tyranny and ethnic
cleansing. We congratulate their heroism and victory. May Allah (SWT) continue
to grant their leadership Sabr (steadfastness) and Hikmah (wisdom) to run the
affairs of their country in the righteous manner with a spirit of brotherhood
and sisterhood and forgiveness for all. Aameen.
We also pray for all the
suffering people around the globe, especially for the people of Palestine and
Kashmir who are struggling against occupation, oppression and injustice. May
Allah (swt) grant them freedom and allow them to live with peace, dignity and
Imaan (faith).
Press Contact:
Naeem Baig,
ICNA Secretary General
Phone: (718) 658-1199 ext 102
Email:
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