'I have made it clear that such irresponsible behavior constitutes a violation to the human values stipulated in the international conventions and resolutions, and I have said that it is high time for the Danish authorities to announce apology, and to take the required measures for preventing recurrence of such a violation', he elaborated. 'We do respect the western principles pertaining to freedom of expression, but we would like to call on the westerners to behave in a responsible manner', he said noting that the principle of responsibility is an indivisible part of freedom'. Al-Atiyyah warned against the adverse impact of printing cartoons of Prophet Mohammed, peace be upon him, on the future of dialogue of civilizations and religions. Meanwhile, Al-Atiyyah criticized violations which had accompanied demonstrations staged by some Muslims to protest printing cartoons of their Prophet. 'The Muslims should defend Islam and their Prophet through reasonable means which don't run counter to the teachings of their Prophet', he concluded.--SPA 11 54 Local Time 08 54 GMT www.spa.gov.sa/330322