This morning, on behalf of His Excellency Sheikh Dr. Mohammed Al-issa
, Secretary-General of the Muslim World League (MWL) and Chairman of the Organization of Muslim Scholars, His Excellency Dr. Abdulaziz Sarhan, Advisor and Coordinating Commissioner of the MWL to the Vatican, met with His Holiness Pope Leo XIV at the Vatican headquarters.
Dr. Sarhan conveyed the greetings and best wishes of His Excellency Sheikh Dr. Al-Issa, expressing appreciation for the Vatican’s efforts in promoting global peace and interfaith harmony. He also reaffirmed the MWL’s commitment to further strengthening its distinguished relationship with the Vatican and expanding avenues of cooperation based on shared objectives.
His Holiness Pope Leo XIV expressed his gratitude to Dr. Sarhan for the visit and extended his warm regards to His Excellency Sheikh Dr. Al-Issa. The meeting took place as part of the Vatican’s reception for religious leaders and their representatives. The Muslim World League was received with a warm welcome and held in high regard, reflecting recognition of its prominent role in the Islamic world.
