Riyadh: In response to a disturbing incident of Quran burning and anti-Islamic sentiments displayed in front of the Embassy of the Republic of Iraq in Copenhagen, Denmark, several Middle Eastern nations have expressed their outrage by summoning Swedish and Danish diplomats.
The incident, orchestrated by an extremist group in Denmark, has ignited tensions and raised concerns over the escalation of interreligious hatred.
Condemning the incident, Saudi Arabia's Foreign Ministry summoned Denmark's charge d'affaires to the Kingdom and delivered a protest note. The ministry emphasized that such acts not only violate religious teachings but also international laws and norms. They expressed their absolute rejection of any behaviour that promotes interreligious hatred and urged Denmark to take necessary measures to prevent such incidents from recurring.
The incident that sparked the diplomatic protest involved the burning of a copy of the Holy Quran, along with the display of hate-filled slogans against Islam and Muslims. This brazen display of disrespect towards Islamic sanctities has sparked anger across the region, leading to a unified call for accountability and respect for religious sensitivities.
The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia's expression of "strong condemnation and dissatisfaction" is mirrored by other nations in the region, all of whom are united in their demand for appropriate actions to be taken by the Danish authorities. The incident has not only offended the Muslim community but also threatens to strain diplomatic relations between the Middle Eastern countries and Denmark.
In response to the growing international concern, Denmark's government has publicly acknowledged the incident and has pledged to conduct a thorough investigation to identify those responsible for the despicable act. Additionally, they have vowed to strengthen security measures around diplomatic missions to prevent similar incidents in the future.