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The President of the Australian Federation of Islamic Councils, Mr. Ikebal Patel  commenting on counter – terrorism raids, by the Federal  and Victoria Police in Melbourne  this morning expressed concern at the  threat of safety and security  of Australian citizens.

Mr. Patel indicated that the Federation and its State Councils  will continue to work with law enforcement agencies across Australia to ensure  Australian’s safety is not compromised in any shape or form by  any individual or groups who wish to import grievances and cause mayhem  within Australia.   Mr. Patel said “ We as Muslims are all concerned about  peace and harmony here in Australia. We chose to make this beautiful country our home and we will not allow a few  to discredit the years of hard work and positive contributions Muslim Australians have made to this country”. Mr. Patel urged all members of the Australian Muslim community to support the work of the law enforcement agencies and to provide any relevant information to these authorities to ensure the safety of all citizens.  

Mr. Patel appreciates comments made by Victorian Police Commissioner Simon Overland and Australian Federal Police acting Commissioner Tony Negus at their press conference in Melbourne this morning, in which Mr. Overland stressed that the overwhelming number of Muslim people in Australia and Melbourne were valued members of the community. Mr. Patel also welcomes similar sentiments from Prime Minister Mr. Kevin Rudd.

For further information, please contact:

MR.  IKEBAL PATEL  -  AFIC PRESIDENT - 0419 418 237.

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