TEHRAN A famous Italian author and expert on political issues in an article in the latest issue of weekly Express protested against immigration of Muslims to Italy.
"I prefer Cardinal Biffi to the minister of social security," he wrote.
In a speech in the past few weeks, the cardinal of the northern city of Bologna called for banning the entry of Muslim immigrants to Italy, while rendering assistance to Catholic immigrants.
Observers believe that such remarks indicate an overall attempt by certain elements in the West to eliminate Muslims from the international arena.
In his article, the Italian writer said, "I regret that the words of Cardinal Giacomo Biffi has not reached the ears of Italian politicians." He said that according to the immigration law, in case of arrest of illegal immigrants, the police can only issue an order to deport them from Italy but leave them free. These immigrants do not leave Italy but conceal themselves.
Addressing the minister of social security, he said that Islam signifies submission to the will of God. He asked the minister, "How a Muslim citizen would obey the laws of Italy?" The policy to contain Muslims, which is supported by some anti-Islam politicians in the U.S. and the West, has been doomed to failure since Muslims all over the world have shown their freedom- and peace-seeking nature and lead a peaceful life with their brothers from other religious sects.