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The International Union of Muslim Scholars Calls on the Grand Imam of Al-Azhar to Intensify Efforts to End the Ongoing Genocidal War in Gaza and Lebanon

The International Union of Muslim Scholars has urged the esteemed Grand Imam of Al-Azhar, Dr. Ahmed Al-Tayeb, to intensify efforts to put an end to the ongoing genocidal war in the Gaza Strip, which has persisted for a full year without any signs of abatement or cessation and has now expanded to Lebanon in an unprecedented conflict.

In a special statement to "Arabi21" on the anniversary of the Israeli war on Gaza, Dr. Ali Muhammad Al-Sallabi, the Union's Secretary-General, confirmed that this ongoing aggressive war is leaving devastating humanitarian consequences and contradicts all divine laws and international regulations.

He pointed out that the crimes committed by the Israeli occupation have crossed all limits and red lines, with no firm stance from the international community to put an end to this aggression.

Al-Sallabi emphasized that the lack of political will from global powers, particularly the United States, which fully supports Israel, necessitates that the peoples of the Arab and Islamic worlds turn to their religious institutions to fulfill their roles in protecting human lives, which Islam honors with a status greater than that of the Holy Kaaba.

A Global Alliance for the Support of Palestine and Lebanon

Al-Sallabi stated that what is needed today is an alliance of the scholars and leaders of the ummah with free peoples and nations that stand for truth and justice, aiming to persuade the International Court of Justice and the International Criminal Court to criminalize the Israeli occupation and demand an end to its genocidal war against the Palestinian people, holding its leaders accountable as war criminals.

He added that expanding the alliance of Arabs, Muslims, and advocates of freedom and justice worldwide is essential to achieve justice for the Palestinian and Lebanese peoples, who are suffering from criminal aggression by an occupying force that has exceeded all red lines.

Al-Sallabi confirmed that Al-Azhar remains an important Islamic beacon, not only for uniting Muslims around common ground but also for leading a global effort to end the genocide against Palestinians.

He referenced Al-Azhar’s history of defending justice, citing the words of the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) about the people of Egypt and their role in fighting the Tartars, led by scholars such as Ibn Abdul Salam in the Battle of Ain Jalut.

He also mentioned Al-Azhar’s role in resisting the French occupation led by Napoleon Bonaparte, as well as the sacrifices of the Egyptian people in revolutions against British colonialism in 1806, 1882, 1919, and 1952, contributing to the defense of the Islamic homeland and their struggle for the sake of Allah.

Al-Azhar's Stance in Support of Palestine

Dr. Ali Muhammad Al-Sallabi praised the Grand Imam of Al-Azhar’s position in supporting Palestine, affirming that Al-Azhar and its scholars have played a significant role in confronting Zionists since the early days of the settlement project during British colonial rule.

He noted the protests of 1929 led by Al-Azhar’s Sheikh Mustafa Al-Maraghi (may Allah have mercy on him), alongside scholars and students of Al-Azhar, who condemned Jewish gatherings in Tel Aviv demanding, "The Western Wall is ours," events that continue to resonate through generations.

He referred to the massive popular rallies that erupted from the courtyards of Al-Azhar in protest against the British Royal Commission's partition of Palestine in 1937, reflecting their responsibility and loyalty to the nation.

Al-Sallabi added that Al-Azhar has consistently demonstrated its honorable positions against the struggle against the Zionists, recalling the late Sheikh Abdul Halim Mahmoud’s (may Allah have mercy on him) pivotal role in mobilizing national spirit among Egyptians and supporting the political leadership in Egypt during the October War of 1973.

Al-Azhar as a Beacon of Hope for the Oppressed in Palestine

Dr. Ali Muhammad Al-Sallabi affirmed that Allah has prepared the necessary conditions for Sheikh Ahmed Al-Tayeb, the Grand Imam of Al-Azhar, to assume the responsibility of leading Al-Azhar, which holds a significant status in the conscience of the Egyptian people and the Islamic nation.

He expressed confidence in the Grand Imam's ability to fulfill his role in defending the values and principles of the Egyptian people and the Islamic nation, and in calling for an end to the criminal aggression against the Palestinians.

Al-Sallabi stated, "The hopes of the oppressed in Palestine, and the hopes of the free in this nation, are firmly placed upon your courageous stances, the noble spirit of the Egyptian people, and the pivotal role of Egypt in addressing injustices and supporting the oppressed, which future generations of Muslims and free peoples will never forget, with great rewards from Allah."

He added, "O esteemed Sheikh of Al-Azhar, your fatwas and statements regarding the recent events in Gaza have had a profound impact on the free people of the world, the Islamic nation, and the Palestinian people. Your address was one of the strongest speeches, and your voice one of the loudest in support of the Palestinian victims, as your words touched hearts and ignited hope in souls, reflecting the scale of the humanitarian disaster in Gaza."

Al-Azhar's Support to Confront Aggression

Dr. Ali Muhammad Al-Sallabi, the Secretary-General of the International Union of Muslim Scholars, clarified that Egypt, with its people and political, military, and security institutions, is in urgent need of a powerful humanitarian discourse derived from spiritual and moral values. He emphasized the importance of supporting Al-Azhar in unleashing the spiritual and moral energies to assist the oppressed in Gaza.

He stressed that this support should encompass scientific, spiritual, and moral backing based on the jurisprudence of calamities to alleviate the collective punishment of the vulnerable.

On the ground, Israel has expanded its genocidal campaign since September 23, 2023, to include most areas of Lebanon, including the capital, Beirut. It has launched unprecedented airstrikes in terms of intensity and brutality, alongside initiating a ground incursion in southern Lebanon, ignoring international warnings and UN resolutions.

Israel Continues Bombing in Lebanon and Gaza

According to official figures, Israeli airstrikes since the beginning of mutual shelling with Hezbollah on October 8, 2023, have resulted in the deaths of 2,044 individuals and injuries to 9,678 others, including 1,212 fatalities and 3,427 injuries, with a significant number of casualties among children and women.

The number of displaced persons has exceeded 1.2 million since the onset of the extensive war on Lebanon on September 23 until Sunday evening.

At the same time, today marks the first anniversary of the start of the Israeli war, supported by the U.S., in Gaza, which has thus far resulted in over 139,000 Palestinian casualties, in addition to more than 10,000 missing persons, amidst immense destruction and famine that has claimed the lives of dozens of children and the elderly.

Tel Aviv continues to carry out its genocidal campaign, disregarding the UN Security Council's resolution to end it immediately and the International Court of Justice's orders to take measures to curb acts of "genocide" and improve the dire humanitarian situation in Gaza.

Source: Arabi21


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