CSU Islamic chaplain condemns Paris terror attacks

16 NOVEMBER 2015

The volunteer Muslim chaplain of CSU has condemned the ISIS terror attacks in Paris on the weekend which killed at least 127 people and wounded hundreds more.

Recep DoganThe volunteer Muslim chaplain of Charles Sturt University (CSU) has condemned the ISIS terror attacks in Paris on the weekend which killed at least 127 people and wounded hundreds more.

Lecturer in traditional Islamic studies at the CSU Centre for Islamic Studies and Civilisation Dr Recep Dogan (pictured) said, "I strongly condemn all kinds of terrorist acts that are perpetrated by anyone and for whatever stated reason. I share my deep condolences with the victims' families, loved ones and the people of France."

Dr Dogan said ISIS and its claim of Islamic State is in reality a criminal enterprise that aims to deceive Muslims and use them for its evil agenda.

"Its brutal acts indicate that ISIS is a terrorist organisation which violates core Islamic principles," he said.

"These terrorist acts have dealt the greatest blow to peace and tranquillity. All terrorist attacks are unacceptable crimes against all of humanity, and therefore must be condemned without 'buts', without 'ifs', and without hiding behind any excuse.

"Human life is one of the five essential rights that Islam aims to protect. Therefore, Islam deems killing an innocent person unjustly is like killing all of mankind.

"A true Muslim can never be a terrorist and a terrorist can never be a true Muslim.

"ISIS's actions are a disgrace to the faith they proclaim and crimes against humanity," Dr Dogan said.

Media Note:

Contact CSU Media to arrange interviews with Dr Recep Dogan. Dr Dogan is based in Sydney.

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