Says Nothing Justifies Terrorist Activity
VATICAN CITY, SEPT. 13, 2012 (Zenit.org).-
The Vatican today expressly condemned the attack on the US embassy in
Benghazi, Libya, which resulted in the death of the US ambassador and
three other officials.
In a follow-up to a declaration Wednesday
from the Vatican press office, today's statement took a harsher tone in
regard to the violence. The initial statement focused mainly on the need
to respect religious sensitivities.
"The very serious attack organised against the United States
diplomatic mission in Libya, which led to the death of the ambassador
and of other functionaries, calls for the firmest possible condemnation
on the part of the Holy See. Nothing, in fact, can justify the activity
of terrorist organisations and homicidal violence. Along with our
sadness, mourning and prayers for the victims, we again express the hope
that, despite this latest tragedy, the international community may
discover the most favourable ways to continue its commitment in favour
of peace in Libya and the entire Middle East," read today's statement.
The Vatican press office message from Wednesday alluded to the fact
that the Benghazi attack is believed to be in response to a US-produced
amateur film that ridicules Mohammed.
"The serious consequences of unjustified offense and provocations
against the sensibilities of Muslim believers are once again evident in
these days, as we see the reactions they arouse, sometimes with tragic
results, which in their turn nourish tension and hatred, unleashing
unacceptable violence," the statement noted.
It also asserted that "profound respect for the beliefs, texts,
outstanding figures and symbols of the various religions" is essential
if people hope to coexist peacefully.
ZE12091309 - 2012-09-13
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