Egypt provides comprehensive model of fighting terrorism
The Islamic Research Academy has praised efforts
exerted by President Abdel Fattah El Sisi, which helped Egypt attain a
"unique" position in the Middle East.
Egypt has, thanks to its army, police and people,
provided a comprehensive model of fighting terrorism, said Secretary General of
the Academy Mohamed Ayad in statements to MENA Monday.
Ayad touched upon Al Azhar's role in maintaining
societal peace among the people.
Indeed, Al Azhar remains one of Egypt's soft powers
in the region, he said, pointing to efforts by Grand Imam Ahmed el Tayyeb to
promote peaceful co-existence among all the peoples.
He also talked about future plans to upgrade the
academy, which plays a big role in renewing the Islamic culture and correcting
misconceptions.
Violence and extremism have nothing to do with Islam
but reflect misconceptions and personal agendas, Ayad said, citing the
phenomenon of Islamophobia.
Some right-wing groups promote such devious ideas
against Islam, he told MENA, noting that the academy's role is to clarify
misconceptions about Islam.
