Over 1,000 join Norwegian Muslims forming 'ring of peace' outside Oslo synagogue
{{#rendered}} {{/rendered}}More than 1,000 people have formed a "ring of peace" outside Oslo's main synagogue at the initiative of a group of young Muslims.
The event in the Norwegian capital follows a series of attacks against Jews in Europe, including the killing of a Jewish security guard and a Danish film maker by a Muslim gunman in neighboring Denmark last week.
One of the eight independent organizers, Hajrah Arshad said the gathering Saturday shows "that Islam is about love and unity."
{{#rendered}} {{/rendered}}Norway's Chief Rabbi Michael Melchior sang the traditional Jewish end of Sabbath song outside the synagogue before the large crowd holding hands.
Co-organizer Hassan Raja said it was the first time he heard the song.