It echoed Law and Home Affairs Minister's words that external events shouldn't affect peace here. Read more at straitstimes.com.
The Inter-Religious Organisation expressed “deep concern” about the Israel-Hamas war and acknowledged its effects on not just Singapore but the global community.but should not express them in a manner that incites hatred and destabilises harmony here, said the Republic’s oldest inter-faith body on Sunday.
“In our contemporary society, we encounter a variety of viewpoints on various matters, some of which individuals may hold firmly,” its statement, signed by its president Noor Marican, said. “And, if that is not possible, we must move to be calm in the interest of maintaining harmony and understanding in our diverse society.”, in which he said external events must never be allowed to affect the precious peace in Singapore, the IRO also stressed the need to promote understanding, harkening back to a 1951 statement issued in the aftermath of the Maria Hertogh riots.
“Undoubtedly, the solidarity between religious communities will face tests periodically,” said the IRO in its latest statement.
Singapore Latest News, Singapore Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
Bombs everywhere, parents missing: Stories of fear and loss in escalating Israel-Hamas warPalestinians and Israelis alike are reckoning with loss and worrying about their loved ones. Read more at straitstimes.com.
Read more »
Israel-Hamas war poses new questions for China’s Middle East policy: AnalystsWhile China has expanded its clout in the region, analysts doubt its capacity and interest to be a bigger influence. Read more at straitstimes.com.
Read more »
Israel-Hamas war: Fallout beyond GazaAmong other things, US attention could be deflected away from the Indo-Pacific. Read more at straitstimes.com.
Read more »
Israel-Hamas war intensifies: Key developments on Day 7Israel has called for more than 1 million civilians in Gaza City to flee south ahead of an expected ground offensive to root out Hamas militants.
Read more »
Netanyahu shows Blinken horrific pictures of babies killed by HamasOne picture showed a dead baby in a body bag while the other showed the charred remains of another infant. Read more at straitstimes.com.
Read more »