The Organization of North American Shia Ithna-Asheri Muslim Communities (NASIMCO) is shocked and deeply saddened by the devastating attack that took place at the Tree of Life synagogue in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania on Saturday, October 27, 2018. It has been identified that 11 congregants were killed and 6 injured in what is being viewed as likely the deadliest anti-Semitic attack in the United States.

NASIMCO condemns this senseless act of violence, especially against those that are working to make our world a better place for all of humanity.

NASIMCO extends its heartfelt condolences and sympathies to the families whose loved ones were mercilessly killed or injured. We also extend our thoughts and prayers to the Tree of Life congregation, and to all Jewish communities of North America. Such acts of violence in a place of worship, where one turns to for peace, comfort and spirituality, is intolerable and against the principles of Islam.  

As Imam Ali states- all peoples are either, your brothers in faith or equal in humanity- NASIMCO stands in solidarity with our brothers and sisters of the Jewish faith. Together we can, and must eradicate hate in all its forms that gives rise to violence.

NASIMCO is a not-for-profit, charitable organization with 24 members across North America and represents over 13,000 congregants.