"Maurice Ostro noted that for years he faced teasing about his interfaith work, but the current climate of rising antisemitism and anti-Muslim hatred has silenced the jokes."
"The interfaith walk in Regent's Park gathered around 50 participants, including community members and faith leaders, to celebrate St George's Day and promote religious diversity."
"Imam Sheikh Khalefa Ezzat emphasized the importance of unity, stating, 'Our duty is to bring peace and bring people together not to divide them.'"
Maurice Ostro, founder of the Faiths Forum for London, has long engaged in interfaith initiatives. Recent surges in antisemitism and anti-Muslim hatred have underscored the importance of such efforts. An interfaith walk in Regent's Park, attended by community members and faith leaders, celebrated St George's Day and highlighted the city's religious diversity. The event featured speeches emphasizing unity and peace, with participants advocating for collaboration among different faiths. Similar events occurred nationwide, promoting solidarity against rising hate and division.
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