The Drumlanrig Reconciliation Accords: A Historic Step Towards Jewish-Muslim Unity in the UK

The Drumlanrig Reconciliation Accords: A Historic Step Towards Jewish-Muslim Unity in the UK

In February 2025, King Charles III received the “Drumlanrig Reconciliation Accords,” a landmark agreement between major Jewish and Muslim denominations in the UK, aimed at combating antisemitism and Islamophobia. The accord, presented at Buckingham Palace, outlines four principles: unity in diversity, guidance from sacred texts, commitment to non-harm, and acknowledging global crises to reinforce peace. This unprecedented collaboration involved leaders from six Muslim and five Jewish denominations, including prominent figures like Imam Sayed Razawi and Chief Rabbi Sir Ephraim Mirvis. The initiative was convened by Richard Scott, 10th Duke of Buccleuch, at Drumlanrig Castle, in response to strained interfaith relations following the Israel-Hamas conflict. King Charles praised the effort, expressing his support for the initiative.

The Muslim signatories are Chief Imam Dr Sayed Razawi (Shia), Senior Imam Qari Asim MBE (Sunni, Barelwi), Imam Sheikh Muhammad Ismail DL (Sunni, Deobandi), Head Imam Dr Sheikh Khalifa Ezzat (Sunni), Naushad Jivraj (President of His Highness the Aga Khan National Council for the UK, represented by Aliya Nasser) and His Excellency Kinana Jamaluddin Bhai Sahib (Ismaili, Bohra).

https://www.jpost.com/international/article-842583

https://rcdow.org.uk/cardinal/news/cardinal-welcomes-historic-muslim-jewish-accords/

https://www.thetimes.com/uk/religion/article/british-muslim-and-jewish-leaders-sign-reconciliation-accord-7nzn9kpwp

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