Azwer voices opposition to Gaddafi killing

“The dark cloud of Western tyranny spreading across the Third World countries is evident in the martyrdom of Libyan Leader Col. Muammar Gaddafi.

“It is time that the conscience of the world is rekindled to arrest this Zionist-imperialist conspiracy”, said Parliamentarian A H M Azwer who was the Chief Guest at a book launch held at Maleeha Memorial Hall, Jeelan Maha Vidyalaya, Panadura presided by Jeelan Navodaya Central College Principal A R M Jiffrey.

Moulavi Fouz Mohamed (Sharqi) of Kattankudy had written this book titled, From Egypt to Sri Lanka. The first copy of the book was purchased by Alhaj A J Ahamed Fuard.

Azwer said the brutal killing of Gaddafi should be condemned by all peace loving people and people who respect the sovereignty and independence of nations.

“Gaddafi gave leadership to Arabian and African countries and stood against all forms of imperialism and neo-colonism of the western world.

“The process of elimination of world Muslim leaders is intensified,” he said adding “it is baffling to see that the West wants our country to stand trial against war crimes but most aghastly hails the killing of Gaddafi after he was captured.

“The West should understand What is sauce for the goose is sauce for the gender as well,” he said.

“Gaddafi was a champion of the oppressed people of the world.

“He was a friend of Sri Lanka, who helped us at our most critical juncture to eliminate terrorism from this land. He also helped establish organizations like FAMYS.

“Politicians and Muslim political parties received financial assistance from him.

“Why are all these people observing a deafening silence now? Can’t they at least condemn the atrocity committed on Gaddafi and say that they are against this heinous crime of the NATO powers”, Azwer said.

“When a bull is taken to a police station there are hundreds of Muslim Organizations issuing letters of protest.

“Is the life of Gaddafi less important than a cattle?”, Azwer queried.

He requested all Muslims to say a special prayer for the departed soul of Muammar Gaddafi in their daily prayers and during the Tahajjud (midnight prayers).

N M Ameen, President, Sri Lanka Muslim Council, Asseyed Rasmi Moulana, A P Mathan, U M Hyder Ali, M Z Ahamed Munawar, Alhaj A R M Liffrey and several others also spoke.