PESHAWAR: Chief Khateeb of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Maulana Muhammad Tayyab Quraishi, has termed attacks on minorities as an un-Islamic act and said Islam does not allow violence. In a statement issued here on Saturday, Maulana strongly condemned the recent attacks on churches and homes of Christian brethren in Jaranwala, Faisalabad, Punjab. The Chief Khateeb called upon the Pakistani government to ensure the security and protection of all religious sects and minorities. He emphasized that places of worship such as churches, temples, and gurdwaras are equally sacred, akin to mosques. Maulana Muhammad Tayyab Quraishi expressed his intention to visit the Saint John Church in Peshawar, accompanied by leaders from various Muslim sects, to stand in solidarity. During the visit, he plans to meet with Bishop of Peshawar, Mr. Peter Sarfaraz Humphrey. The provincial Chief khateeb stated that he will address an press conference in the vicinity of saint john church to express the Islamic teaching about the safety of minorities. DLP Report
