The rabbi of Rome, during his welcome address, also warned against "Islam-phobia and anti-Semitism", whose fights must go "hand in hand". "We Hebrews took it for granted he stated to react and protest against the cartoons of what is sacred to Islam and show our solidarity in that. In the same mindset he added we have to take care that violence and hatred will not be fuelled by religion. Terrorism in the name of God is a blasphemy". "As religious leaders, we have a duty to lead Israelis and Palestinians along this tough path in search of peace, in the interest of both sides and of the whole world through dialogue and negotiations". "Dialogue between different religions concluded Di Segni is a long-standing fact and it is respected in Rome. Dialogue between us began a long time ago in this city. We have to see that this work will not remain a sporadic example, stifled by cases and waves of intolerance. We have to prove that everyone’s faith in a different religion is no cause for hatred but brings peace and spiritual wealth into the world".
