Sistani Calls on Iraqis to Reject Sectarian Segregation

Grand Ayatollah Ali al-Sistani has called on all Iraqis to reject and confront sectarian conflict. He encouraged them to raise their awareness about sectarianism and remain united. Deputy leader of the Supreme Islamic Council in Lebanon, sheikh Abdul Ameer Kublani, said he has contacted Sistani, who condemned armed conflict and rejected killings that target civilians. Kublani maintained that Arabs and Muslims, especially in the neighbouring states, need to stop terrorist operations in Iraq and support the national reconciliation plan.