Mufti of the Republic Sheikh Abdel Latif Derian met Thursday at Dar Al-Fatwa with Minister of Interior and Municipalities Raya Al-Hassan, where they discussed the general situation on the local scene.
For her part, Minister Al-Hassan briefed the Mufti on the measures that were being taken to further preserve security and stability nationwide.
In turn, Mufti Derian reiterated to Al-Hassan Dar Al-Fatwa's stance vis-a-vis civil marriage.
"Civil marriage contradicts with the Islamic religion in letter and spirit and threatens the cohesion of families, which is protected by Islamic law based on religious standards that honor human beings and preserve families," the Mufti explained.
Moreover, he praised the relentless efforts of Minister Al-Hassan in the Ministry of the Interior and "the broadness of the ministry's horizons, which accepts dialogue and constructive criticism."