IGGÖ President Vural Makes Clear Position Against Extremism

Lifestyle & TravelMore+ ♦ Published: August 27, 2024; 16:58 ♦ (Vindobona)

In a powerful speech, Ümit Vural, President of the Islamic Religious Community in Austria (IGGÖ), called for a joint effort to combat extremism and strengthen social cohesion. In view of the increasing challenges posed by terrorist attacks, geopolitical conflicts and heated security debates in the run-up to the upcoming elections, Vural emphasized the responsibility and long-standing role of the IGGÖ as a state-recognized religious community in Austria.

The IGGÖ President appealed to “stand together in these difficult times and resolutely oppose the forces that are trying to divide society”. / Picture: © IGGÖ / Taha Babadostu

“It is undeniable that we always firmly reject any form of violence and in particular condemn crimes committed in the name of our religion with the utmost clarity,” explained Vural. He pointed out that Muslim communities have repeatedly distanced themselves from these acts and emphasized the growing exhaustion of having to do so again and again.

The IGGÖ has been taking…