I have proposed many ideas, legislative measures to be taken by the European Union. |
In recent years, war in Iraq without legitimacy gave one further jolt to the faith of Muslims in the efficacy of international order. |
The future of humanity depends on this part of the world. What is going on in the Islamic world has dire consequences elsewhere. |
The new UN resolution should prohibit defamation of all prophets and faiths. |
The publication of the drawings cannot be considered freedom of speech. |
The US, in fact, is to blame for this gap as the Muslim world cannot tolerate its double standards. |
There is a strong will to cooperate. We agreed that we should take all measures on different levels including at the UN to guarantee that these acts will not be repeated. |
We do not have the luxury of blaming others for our own problems. It is high time we addressed our national and regional problems with courage, sincerity and openness. |
We fully uphold the right of free speech. But we understand the deep hurt and widespread indignation felt in the Muslim world. |
We need the same protection from European law. |
We should fight terrorism by dealing with its roots and causes, whether committed by individuals, groups or states. Terrorism is a crime that every Muslim should fight. |