Why it matters:
As the second Hajj season coincides with ongoing tragedies in Gaza and West Asia, the Islamic world faces an urgent call to action. The brutal actions of the Zionist regime in Palestine have escalated the crisis to unprecedented levels, demanding a united response.
The big picture:
Ayatollah Khamenei issues the message every year with the beginning of Hajj rituals, calling on the world's pilgrims to show their hatred toward the global arrogant powers, as part of the rituals.
What he's saying:
In the 2025 Hajj statement, Ayatollah Khamenei says: "If Hajj is accompanied by knowledge of its spiritual essence, it becomes a remedy for the major ailments of not only the Islamic Ummah, but of all humanity."
"The Islamic world needs to apply the lessons of Hajj now more than ever. It is now the second season of Hajj that is taking place at the same time as the catastrophes unfolding in Gaza and West Asia."
"The criminal Zionist gang occupying Palestine has, with horrifying cruelty and unparalleled savagery and evil, taken the tragedy in Gaza to an unbelievable level."
"Palestinian children are now being killed not only by bombs, bullets, and missiles, but also by thirst and starvation."
"Undoubtedly, Islamic governments are the first ones responsible for acting on this duty, and the people must demand this action from their governments."
"The miraculous resistance of the people of Gaza has put the Palestinian issue right at the top of the concerns of the Islamic world and all freedom-loving people around the world. This opportunity must be seized and efforts must be made to rush to the aid of this oppressed nation."
The bottom line:
Despite attempts by arrogant supporters of the Zionist regime to erase Palestine’s identity, the regime’s actions have only amplified global recognition of Palestine and intensified opposition to its backers. This moment presents a crucial opportunity for the Islamic world to take action for the occupied Palestine.
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seyed mohammad kazemi
