ISLAMABAD— Chairman Pakistan Ulema Council and Coordinator of the National Paigham-e-Aman Committee Hafiz Muhammad Tahir Mahmood Ashrafi has rejected claims about a Saudi ambassador hosting a breakfast or dinner.
Ashrafi said the new Saudi ambassador had not yet taken charge in Pakistan. Therefore, he questioned how the envoy could have hosted such an event.
Ashrafi Rejects Claims About Saudi Invitation
In a video message, Ashrafi said some reports could harm Pakistan-Saudi relations.
Meanwhile, he urged people to avoid claims that could create tension between the two countries.
Ashrafi also warned against attempts to create sectarian tensions in Pakistan.
For this reason, he called on the Interior Ministry and Foreign Ministry to examine such reports.
Warning Over Threats
Ashrafi also responded to questions about reported threats against Pakistan, Saudi Arabia and Türkiye.
According to Ashrafi, those making such threats should know that Pakistan can respond to them and their alleged backers.
He did not name specific individuals or groups in this part of his statement.
At the same time, Ashrafi stressed the importance of security around Makkah and Madinah.
He said Muslims would support steps taken to protect the two holy cities.
Comments on Houthi Statements
The Pakistan Ulema Council chairman also addressed a question about a statement attributed to a Houthi religious figure.
He said the safety and stability of the holy sites remain important to Muslims.
Ashrafi further said the wider Muslim community would stand behind decisions taken to protect Makkah and Madinah.
However, his comments on the alleged Houthi threats were part of his wider warning about regional security.
Ashrafi Rejects Sectarian Claims
Ashrafi said Sunni and Shia scholars in Pakistan had condemned the reported US and Israeli attacks on Iran.
He argued that their response showed cooperation between different religious groups.
Saudi ambassadors in Pakistan have also spoken about unity and cooperation, he said.
In addition, Ashrafi referred to statements by Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman on sectarian divisions.
He also pointed to Makkah and Madinah as places of Muslim unity.
According to Ashrafi, Muslims from different schools of thought worship at the two holy sites.
Call for Official Action
Finally, Ashrafi urged Pakistan’s Interior and Foreign ministries to take notice of what he called false reports.
He said authorities should act against people who seek to create division within the Muslim community.
He also said such activity could damage relations between Pakistan and other Muslim countries.
Pakistan and Saudi Arabia maintain close diplomatic and religious ties. Ashrafi has also supported stronger cooperation between Pakistan, Saudi Arabia and Türkiye.
