Mirwaiz said that this year the sacred journey of Hajj comes at a time when the world, especially the Middle East, is passing through a period of deep turmoil.

 

He said that across the region, particularly in Iran, Lebanon, and Palestine, immense suffering, bloodshed, and uncertainty are being witnessed. Innocent lives continue to be lost, people are living in constant fear, and entire populations are being displaced from their homes. He added that aggression by Israel, supported by the United States despite ceasefire commitments, continues unabated.

 

“In such a time, the pilgrimage of Hajj is not merely an individual ibadat, but a collective moment for the Ummah to raise its voice before Allah for peace and justice.Click Here To Follow Our WhatsApp ChannelIt represents the moral conscience of the Muslim Ummah,” Mirwaiz said.

 

He emphasized that during such a grave global crisis, it is not only important but the responsibility of religious and spiritual figures across all communities and faiths to speak in one voice for humanity. “They must stand up to power, condemn war and aggression, and advocate for peace, dialogue, and justice as the only viable path forward,” he said.

 

Mirwaiz said that the stand taken by Pope Leo is commendable, and urged religious leaders across the world to unite behind such efforts for global peace and justice.

 

He further stated that unless the long-standing occupation of Palestinians and the resultant injustices are resolved in accordance with principles of natural justice and international law and which is the root cause of the ongoing crisis, lasting peace in the region will remain elusive. (KNS)