Hawzah News Agency- In a message marking World Soil Day, Naqvi said the holy land of the prophets “has been stained with the blood of the oppressed,” stressing that Tel Aviv, backed by global colonial powers, continues its brutal campaign against Palestinians.
He criticized the United Nations for once again issuing a ceasefire resolution on Gaza without enforcing meaningful action. “Palestinian religious figures, social activists, volunteers and journalists are being selectively targeted and martyred. The UN has confined itself to condemnations. The time has come for serious, practical measures—statements alone will not save the planet,” he warned.
Call for environmental responsibility
The senior Pakistani cleric also underscored the urgency of environmental protection on World Soil Day, calling for global efforts to combat land degradation, pollution, and climate change. He stressed the need to prioritize land restoration, improved water management, reforestation, and measures to prevent soil erosion.
Turning to Pakistan’s own climate challenges, Hojatoleslam Naqvi noted that the country contributes minimally to global greenhouse gas emissions yet remains among the most vulnerable to climate-induced disasters. “Devastating floods, heavy rains, and natural calamities are clear evidence of the damage we face,” he said.
He urged Pakistani authorities and society at large to accelerate environmental initiatives, including fresh water storage, dam construction, forest preservation, and large-scale tree-planting programs. “Protecting our soil and environment is a collective responsibility that demands immediate and sustained action,” he concluded.
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