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<p>We firmly believe in the importance of freedom of religion or belief. The persecution
of individuals of all faiths, anywhere in the world, is of profound concern to us.
The self-styled Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) is seeking to stoke sectarian
conflict across the Middle East and has launched a campaign of violence and terror
in Iraq and carried out appalling atrocities against people from all communities.</p><p>We
welcome the commitments that Prime Minister al-Abadi has made to inclusivity, to protecting
Iraqi citizens, addressing human rights abuses and holding those responsible to account.</p><p>In
2015/16, the recently launched Conflict, Security and Stability Fund will provide
funding for a number of projects in Iraq. One key strand of this work will focus on
community cohesion, encouraging reconciliation and promoting acceptance and tolerance
between communities at a grass roots level. We continue to encourage influential religious
leaders in Iraq to speak out publicly and condemn sectarian violence.</p><p> </p>
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