Top cleric denounces smear campaign over destruction of Christian churches in Azerbaijan

Opinions about the alleged destruction of Christian churches in Azerbaijan are false, said the Chairman of the Caucasus Muslims Board (CMB) Sheikhulislam Allahshukur Pashazadeh.

He made the statement at a virtual event organised by the UN Alliance of Civilisations to mark the International Day of Brotherhood, per Report.

Referring to the slanderous campaign waged against our country by some circles and international organisations, which have recently become the mouthpiece of Armenian propaganda, Sheikhulislam noted that opinions about the alleged destruction of Christian churches in Azerbaijan are fabrications and are not based on any facts. Speaking about the large-scale construction works carried out in the territories liberated from occupation after the Patriotic War, he said that in addition to the mosques destroyed by Armenians, other churches are being restored.

Commenting on the presidential elections to be held in Azerbaijan on February 7, the CMB leader described them as an important event in the history of our country, stressing that for the first time since independence, the elections will be held on the entire territory of Azerbaijan and will be recognised by the world community in accordance with international law and UN Security Council resolutions.

Representatives of various UN member states, including Saudi Arabia, Morocco, Egypt, Pakistan, Vatican, Spain, Cape Verde, etc. spoke at the event.