In an interview with Al-Muṣawwar, Pope Shenouda III said that he has not met with Bishop Bīshūy, nor has he heard Bīshūy's side of the story. He also denied responding to the statement issued by the Islamic Research Academy by calling a meeting at the Holy Synod or issuing of a statement in response as he has "apologized on behalf of everyone." He added that meeting with the Grand Shaykh of the Azhar would be unnecessary as he trusts the Shaykh’s judgment.

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