Mohammed Al-Issa, Secretary-General of the Muslim World League (MWL) and Chairman of the Association of Muslim Scholars, has stressed the important role of religious leaders from all faiths in promoting peace in the region, using their spiritual influence to counter religious and political extremism.
His remarks were made on Monday during a meeting in Washington with US lawmakers, think tank leaders, and policymakers, where they discussed the league's Islamic and humanitarian goals.
Al-Issa also chaired the Islamic Leadership Council of North and South America, created by the MWL to promote the principles of the “Makkah Charter” and serve as a guide for training imams in the Americas.
In an open discussion with US officials, Al-Issa addressed key international issues related to the league’s global goals.
He emphasized Islam's core values of peace and harmony, urging cooperation between nations to counter religious and civilizational conflicts through meaningful dialogue based on mutual understanding.
Al-Issa also highlighted the important role religious leaders from all faiths play in promoting peace and countering extremism.
He warned against the dangers of using distorted religious sentiments to justify harmful actions that escalate conflicts.
Al-Issa called on religious leaders worldwide to be wiser and committed to shared values that promote constructive dialogue.
He also stressed that the Palestinian issue remains central to international and Arab attention, asserting that there can be no peace without Palestine.
Al-Issa praised Saudi Arabia’s efforts, including leading the first meeting of an international coalition for a two-state solution in October, and its ongoing diplomatic efforts to end the war in Gaza and hold parties accountable.
He reaffirmed Saudi Arabia’s clear and consistent stance on the issue, stating that the two-state solution is the only fair path to peace in the region.
