The project, driven by Saudi and international experts, will be supervised by Deputy Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman.

:: The Saudi Ideological War Center has announced the launch of plans to fight terrorism and extremism, focusing on intellectual initiatives and promoting Islamic awareness both at home and abroad.

The IWC aims to confront the roots of extremism and promote the true understanding of Islam.

On social media, the IWC said it would also implement plans to promote moderation, tolerance, dialogue and the appreciation of diversity, as well as moderation in Islam.

The project, driven by Saudi and international experts, will be supervised by Deputy Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman.

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