Strange statement from the United States on the burning of the Holy Quran

State Department spokesman Matthew Miller responded to a question on the subject at the daily press briefing.

“We condemn it, but the United States also views free speech and the right to peaceful assembly as elements of democracy,” Miller said. he said.

“SCARED ENVIRONMENT”

Miller said the act of burning the Holy Quran would create an “atmosphere of fear” for Muslims and other minority religious groups in Sweden and affect their ability to freely practice their worship.

Noting that efforts should be made to create a more “inclusive” environment for religious minority groups, Miller said: “However, we also consider allowing this demonstration as free speech. Allowing does not mean approving actions. saying.

Miller stated that the police deal with permits for demonstrations in Sweden. he used his statements.

In Stockholm, the capital of Sweden, a person of Iraqi origin named Salwan Momika yesterday burned the Koran under police protection in front of the Stockholm Mosque. (AA)