In a show of solidarity, thousands of people, including women and children, participated in a rally organized by Jamaat-i-Islami on Sharea Faisal to express support for Palestine and condemn Israeli aggression in Gaza. Leaders and workers from political parties like PPP and MWM also joined the march.
Jamaat-i-Islami chief Hafiz Naeemur Rehman urged Muslims to set aside sectarian differences and unite as an Ummah. He criticized Israel for its brutalities and warned that the Muslim world needed to take a stand against the Zionist regime.
The rally highlighted the need for Muslim countries to come together and support the Palestinians in their struggle against injustice. Hamas leader Khaled Qaddoumi also addressed the crowd, calling for unity in protecting Al Aqsa Mosque.
Despite political differences, leaders from various parties emphasized the importance of a joint strategy against Israel. The event aimed to raise awareness about the plight of the Palestinian people and garner support for their cause.
Published in Dawn, October 7th, 2024