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Harmony and Dialogue at the Interreligious Iftar in Vienna
In an impressive demonstration of unity, Foreign Minister Alexander Schallenberg and the President of the Islamic Religious Community in Austria (IGGÖ), Ümit Vural, hosted an unprecedented interfaith iftar. The event, which took place in the historic Palais Niederösterreich, brought together representatives of different religious communities and personalities from politics, science, and diplomacy.
Cardinal Christoph Schönborn (right) and the Viennese rabbi Schlomo Hofmeister (left) broke the Islamic fast and demonstratively shook hands with Foreign Minister Schallenberg (center left) and IGGÖ President Vural (center right) at the end of the iftar. / Picture: © BMEIA Bundesministerium für Europa, Integration und Äußeres / Michael Gruber
Ramadan, a time of reflection, prayer, and solidarity, provided the perfect setting for this event, according to the Islamic Religious Community in Austria. IGGÖ President Vural took the opportunity to emphasize the importance of interfaith dialogue and community across religious boundaries. In a world that is often marked by conflict and division, Vural emphasized the importance of…
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