Iraqi Prime Minister Denounces Zionist Television’s Disrespect Towards Ayatollah Sistani
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Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani has voiced vehement condemnation of an Israeli television station’s portrayal of Grand Ayatollah Ali Al-Sistani in a “kill list.” This statement was made during discussions with US Ambassador to Baghdad, Alina Romanowski, and Congressman Seth Moulton of the US House Armed Services Committee.
Sudani underscored that any form of disrespect towards religious figures constitutes “an affront” to Muslims across the globe.
In a statement released on the platform X after Thursday’s meeting, the office of Prime Minister al-Sudani stated that the Premier highlighted the increased violations by the Zionist entity, particularly in relation to their disregard for respected individuals.
He strongly criticized the attacks on civilians and the devastation of infrastructure in Lebanon and Gaza, calling upon the international community and United Nations agencies to take immediate action to “halt the conflict that endangers both regional and global security and stability.”
In a statement on platform X, U.S. Ambassador Romanowski addressed recent allegations, emphasizing Ayatollah Sistani’s status as “a distinguished and esteemed religious figure on the global stage” and firmly dismissing any suggestions of a plot against him.
Israeli Channel 14, recognized for its conservative viewpoint and connections to Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, has broadcast a contentious image depicting religious leaders with crosshairs over their heads, suggesting a potential threat.
Although the channel does not officially reflect Israeli policy, Iraq has interpreted the broadcast as a grave affront, considering Ayatollah al-Sistani’s substantial religious clout.
Sheikh Khaled al-Mulla, the leader of Iraq’s Islamic Scholars Association, has strongly criticized the threats directed at Ayatollah al-Sistani and other religious leaders. He described these actions as proof of what he perceives as Israel’s engagement in a “religious war against Muslims.”
Iraqi government spokesperson Basem al-Awadi has issued a statement denouncing the recent broadcast.
In a recent statement, Awadi accused the Zionist entity’s media of targeting the supreme religious authority, following allegations of genocide and crimes against humanity in Gaza and Lebanon.
He cautioned that any assault on Ayatollah al-Sistani would elicit a robust reaction from resistance groups.
Iraq’s government firmly opposes any actions that could undermine the esteemed position of its religious authority, a figure revered both domestically and across the Arab and Islamic world, as well as by the international community, stated Awadi. He emphasized that such measures could endanger global peace and security.
Awadi called on the United Nations and international organizations to denounce the broadcast and implement measures to curb any future incitement.
He further observed that despite Iraq’s efforts to curb violence, the actions of Israel, coupled with the international community’s insufficient response, have intensified the situation.
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