Arab Parliament Calls for Launch of International Parliamentary Charter to Criminalize Religious Disrespect
Al-Yamahi also called for firm action against the phenomenon of insulting religious symbols and sanctities, which is sometimes carried out under the guise of freedom of expression, noting that such acts fuel hatred, undermine the foundations of peaceful coexistence, and threaten both social and global peace.
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