US Islamic leaders issued a fatwa — an Islamic religious ruling — against violence and acts of political extremism in July.
The ruling was endorsed by more than 120 Muslim organizations and leaders and was issued by the 18-member Fiqh Council of North America, an Islamic jurisprudence body.
"Islam strictly condemns religious extremism and the use of violence against innocent lives," the council said.
The council said it was "following the guidance of our scripture, the Quran, and the teachings of our Prophet Muhammad." – Chris Herlinger , ENI
