Palestine and international law-min
The Palestine case is a symbol of resistance and justice, we will discuss Palestine and International Law and explore global legal duties and divine responsibility in protecting the oppressed and defending human dignity.
The Palestinian cause has stood for over seven decades as a symbol of resistance against injustice and occupation. From the 1948 Nakba to the ongoing blockade of Gaza, generations have suffered displacement, loss, and occupation. Despite countless UN resolutions affirming the Palestinian right to self-determination, global powers have failed to ensure justice. This reflects the continuous double standards of international law toward aggression, where some oppressors are often protected, and victims are silenced.
Countries created International law to uphold peace and human rights; in the case of Palestine, it has often failed. Powerful nations selectively apply these laws, condemning some aggressions while ignoring others. Moreover, the occupation, settlement expansion, and collective punishment of civilians violate the Geneva Conventions, yet remain largely unpunished. This double standard reveals the weakness of worldly systems when detached from true moral responsibility.
In Islam, justice is not optional; it is a divine obligation.
The Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) said:
“Help your brother, whether he is an oppressor or oppressed.” When asked how to help an oppressor, he replied, “By preventing him from oppression.”
(Bukhari)
The Qur’an commands believers to stand firmly for justice:
Surah An-Nisa’ (4:135)
“O you who have believed, be persistently standing firm in justice, witnesses for Allah, even if it be against yourselves.”
This makes “Nusrat al-Mazloom” (supporting the oppressed) not just a moral choice but a religious duty.
The Islamic Ummah bears a great responsibility to support Palestine through lawful means, political advocacy, economic boycotts, and truthful media representation. In addition, each effort that exposes injustice or aids those suffering contributes to fulfilling the collective obligation (fard kifayah) of defending the oppressed. True solidarity goes beyond emotion; it requires unity of voice and purpose.
According to Islamic jurisprudence, resisting occupation and defending one’s homeland is a legitimate and even obligatory act. The Qur’an says:
Surah An-Nisa’ (4:75)
“And what is [the matter] with you that you fight not in the cause of Allah and for the oppressed among men, women, and children?”
Therefore, resistance within ethical and humanitarian limits is a defence of faith, dignity, and justice.
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In conclusion, the path to restoring justice in Palestine lies in unifying the Muslim stance. Beyond speeches and slogans, the Ummah must act through coordinated diplomacy, education, and awareness. Only by aligning international law with divine law can true justice prevail, and the oppressed find hope once more.
Palestine is recognized as a state by over 130 UN members and has observer status at the United Nations, yet full sovereignty remains limited due to ongoing occupation.
Religion deeply shapes the Palestine conflict, intertwining faith, identity, and sacred land. For Muslims, defending Al-Aqsa and Palestine represents both a spiritual and moral obligation.
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