In the Name of Allāh, the Entirely Merciful, the Especially Merciful

Current Events in the Syrian Arab Republic

Praise is due to Allāh, Lord of the worlds, may the blessings and peace be upon our master Muhammad, the last of prophets, on his family, and all his companions,

The Council of the International Islamic Fiqh Academy of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation, holding its 20th session in Oran, People’s Democratic Republic of Algeria, on 26 Shawwāl – 2 Dhū al-Qi’dah 1433h (13–18 September 2012),

Having watched the events that have been taking place in Syria for more than 18 months and the struggle of Syrian people for freedom, dignity and lift- ing of injustice, which started with peaceful demonstrations against a rulering regime that continued to face them with killing, assault and damage of property,

Strongly condemns these brutal acts and announces the following: First: Its support to Syrian people in claiming freedom, dignity and pride.

Second: Emphasizes that the Syrian state should always remain united and denounces every call for discrimination, sectarianism, or division.

Third: Condemns all forms of brutal aggression, killing or torture against peaceful demonstrators, as well as demolishing of towns and villages and exter- mination of wealth and progeny.

Fourth: Calls upon the Syrian regime to stop all acts of aggression, mur- der and shedding of blood immediately and put an end to all manifestations of armed subdue.

Fifth: Calls for release of detainees as soon as possible.

Sixth: Call upon the Syrian regime to permit all relief organizations to cure the sick, treat casualties and deliver food and medicine aid to deservers.

Seventh: Urges the international community in whole to move for support- ing Syrian people and preserving their welfare.

Eighth: Appeals to governments and people worldwide to expedite the pro- vision of humanitarian relief, protection and support to Syrians who suffer the pains of seeking refuge, homelessness and injury.

And let our final prayer be that all praise is to Allāh, the Lord of all the worlds, and peace and blessings are to our Master Muhammad and His family and all His companions.