EDIRNE: A meeting of scholars from the Balkans region was held Sunday in northwestern Trkiye, bringing together chief muftis, scholars, and religious leaders from several Balkan nations. The Balkan Scholars Meeting was organized by the Islamic Scholars Foundation under the title “Our Own Dome,” with the support of the governorship of Edirne province and hosted by the local Trakya University. Brotherhood between Anatolia and the Balkans was emphasized during the event.
According to Anadolu Agency, Nasrullah Hacimuftuoglu, head of the Islamic Scholars Foundation, read the final declaration at the event, highlighting the urgent need for awareness and action in response to global crises. He stated, “Our world is experiencing a human crisis. Global powers have trampled on the fundamental human values gained through painful experiences over centuries.” Hacimuftuoglu also noted that the Islamic world has suffered serious damage from these issues and continues to do so.
Hacimuftuoglu criticized the Islamic world fo
r its lacking response to Israel’s ongoing offensive in the Gaza Strip, describing it as “unacceptable.” He called on the international community to take immediate initiative on this matter with all its capabilities. He further urged Islamic leaders to collaborate on policies that promote unity among Muslim states and emphasized the role of Islamic scholars and opinion leaders in guiding these efforts.
The meeting served as a platform for discussing issues such as religious services and social and cultural activities, with a collective call for vigilance against injustices faced by Muslims worldwide. Hacimuftuoglu concluded by expressing the foundation’s commitment to engaging with Islamic scholars globally, underscoring the importance of solidarity in addressing contemporary challenges.