Facebook CEO & founder Mark Zuckerberg on Thursday took to the social networking site to show his support for Muslims on the rise of increasing hatred towards the community. He wrote that especially after the Paris attacks, Muslims have been living in the constant fear of being persecuted for the action of others.

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“I want to add my voice in support of Muslims in our community and around the world. After the Paris attacks and hate this week, I can only imagine the fear Muslims feel that they will be persecuted for the actions of others.

As a Jew, my parents taught me that we must stand up against attacks on all communities. Even if an attack isn’t against you today, in time attacks on freedom for anyone will hurt everyone.

If you’re a Muslim in this community, as the leader of Facebook I want you to know that you are always welcome here and that we will fight to protect your rights and create a peaceful and safe environment for you.

Having a child has given us so much hope, but the hate of some can make it easy to succumb to cynicism. We must not lose hope. As long as we stand together and see the good in each other, we can build a better world for all people.”

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Mr Zuckerberg last week vowed that he and his wife, Priscilla Chan, would give 99 percent of their Facebook shares – estimated to be worth US$45 billion (£30 billion) – to charities following the birth of their daughter.