The recent statements by key political and religious figures in Pakistan highlight ongoing tensions and differing perspectives on the relationship between religion and governance. Hafiz Muhammad Tahir Mahmood Ashrafi, the Prime Minister's Coordinator for Religious Harmony, emphasized the disconnection between terrorism and Islam at the 'Paigham-e-Pakistan Conference' in Rawalpindi. He condemned recent attacks on places of worship, particularly the attack on Islamabad's Taralai mosque, as acts of cowardice, and called for national unity against extremism. Ashrafi's remarks, as reported by Tribune Latest, reflect a positive sentiment towards fostering religious harmony and resilience in the face of terrorism, stating that the nation has shown courage in these trying times.