Hawzah News Agency-He said Muslim nations needed to find similarities and common values in defending Islam, which was now being seen as promoting extremism.

“They say Islam is extremist…terrorists have destroyed the image of Islam. Islam is a very moderate and peaceful religion which includes the Shia and Sunni sects.

“In Iran, people from different religions live in peace and harmony,” he said through an interpreter in a cordial meeting with Malaysian scientists, intellectuals and media leaders on Saturday, October 8.

Rouhani also said Muslim leaders should promote the moderation and true teachings of Islam.

He said it was important for younger generation to know the true values of Islam and not be easily manipulated by terrorist groups.

“Terrorists have successfully utilized communication technology such as the social media that can affect our younger generation’s mind,” he said.

Rouhani also urged Muslim countries to emphasize on the development of economics as well as sciences and technologies that were capable in building stronger Muslim nations.

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