MALMO, Sweden: A religious cultural conference was held in Swedish city of Malmo organized by Al-Montazr Foundation of Ayatullah Sayyed Ali Al-Husseini As-Sistani marking the martyrdom anniversary of Chief of Messengers holy Prophet Muhammad (s.w.)’s beloved daughter Sayyedah Fatimah Az-Zahra (a.s.).

The religious gathering opened with recitation of holy Quran.

Monir At-Tarihi, an official from Imam Ali (a.s.) Foundation London, in his inauguration speech highlighted role of Marjaiyah in maintaining peace.

Representative of Ayatullah As-Sistani in Europe, Hojjat-ol Islam Wa Al-Moslimeen Sayyed Mortaza Al-Kashmiri, spoke on the high status of Sayyedah Az-Zahra (a.s.) in the eye of Allah and His Prophet (s.w.), and detail of her sufferings and martyrdom. He also threw light on the significant role of Marjaiyah in confronting ongoing challenges and thwarting rift-creating conspiracies.

Dr Abu-Zahra An-Najedi’s speech revolved around life of Sayyedah Fatimah Az-Zahra (a.s.), mother of Hasanayn (a.s.), her martyrdom and the oppressions she underwent. He said still the followers of Ahl-ol Bayt (a.s.) facing atrocities.

Ayatullah As-Sistani’s envoy in Holland Sheikh Abu Taha At-Tamimi also addressed.

At the end of the conference, Sheikh Abu Haydar Al-Kazemi thanked the participants.