The resolution specifically condemns incitement to discrimination, hatred or violence against Muslims.
Muslim pilgrims visit Mount Al-Noor, July 4, 7, where they believe Prophet Mohammad received the first words of the Quran through the angel Gabriel in the cave of Hira, in the holy city Mecca, Saudi Arabia. (Source: Reuters) |
On March 15, the United Nations (UN) General Assembly passed a Resolution on measures to combat Islamophobia. The resolution condemns any advocacy of religious hatred that incites discrimination, hostility or violence.
This document specifically condemns incitement to discrimination, hatred or violence against Muslims, as demonstrated by the increasing number of desecrations of the Koran and attacks on mosques and churches. religious intolerance, negative role models, hatred and violence against Muslims.
The document calls on UN member states to take all necessary measures to combat religious intolerance, negative stereotypes, hatred, incitement to violence and violence against Muslims, and Prohibits incitement to violence and violence against people on account of their religion or beliefs.
The resolution also calls on UN member states and all relevant parties to promote dialogue between religions, cultures and civilizations, respect and accept differences, tolerance, and respect for human rights. religious and cultural diversity, peaceful and inclusive coexistence, respect for human rights and combating the spread of hate speech.
The resolution requests the Secretary-General of the United Nations to appoint a Special Envoy on combating Islamophobia and submit a report to the General Assembly at its next session on the implementation of this Resolution.
The draft Resolution submitted by Pakistan received 115 votes in favor, no votes against and 44 abstentions. The adoption of this Resolution takes place on the International Day against Islamophobia.