International Quds Day

International Quds Day is an annual event that falls on the last Friday of the holy month of Ramadan. It is a day dedicated to supporting the Palestinian people and their struggle against the Israeli occupation of their land. Muslims from all over the world come together on this day to show their solidarity with the oppressed Palestinians.

The event was first introduced by the late Imam Khomeini of Iran in 1979, as a means of raising awareness of the Palestinian cause and condemning Israel’s illegal occupation of Palestinian territories. Since then, it has become a significant day in the Muslim calendar, and millions of people take part in rallies, demonstrations and other activities to show their support for Palestine.

On this day, Muslims recite prayers and engage in peaceful protests, calling for an end to the Israeli occupation and the establishment of a Palestinian state with Jerusalem as its capital. The day also serves as a reminder to the international community that the Palestinian people are still suffering under occupation and that their rights must be respected.

In recent years, the day has taken on added significance due to the continued expansion of Israeli settlements in the West Bank, and the increasing violence and repression against Palestinians by the Israeli government. This has led to increased participation in Quds Day activities by Muslims and non-Muslims alike, who stand in solidarity with the Palestinian people and call for an end to their suffering.

As we mark this year’s International Quds Day, let us pray for the freedom of Palestine and the liberation of its people from the shackles of oppression. Let us also remember the late Imam Khomeini’s vision and commitment to justice, and strive to uphold his legacy by continuing to speak out against injustice wherever we see it.