Russian President Vladimir Putin has congratulated the Muslims of the Chechen Republic on the opening of the largest mosque in Europe "Proud Muslims", the capacity of which is 30 thousand people, and surrounding areas - 100 thousand in the town of Shali. It is named after the prophet Muhammad.
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At the opening ceremony, the presidential Plenipotentiary envoy to the North Caucasus Federal district Alexander Matovnikov read out a congratulatory telegram from Vladimir Putin to the guests.
The text of the telegram is posted on the website of the government of the Chechen Republic:
- Dear friends! I congratulate you on the opening of the mosque in the city of Shali. The implementation of this large-scale, impressive project is a great, significant event for the residents of Shali and the entire Chechen Republic, who profess Islam. The new mosque is intended to become an important spiritual, educational center, a source of promotion of the true, enduring values of Islam, the focus of religious and cultural life of Muslims in the region. I am sure that this magnificent mosque, one of the largest in Europe, will help to introduce people, especially youth, to the historical and religious traditions of fathers and grandfathers, to strengthen peace and harmony in our society. I wish you success and all the best.
GSV "Russia - Islamic World"
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