Hawzah News Agency- The Leader opened his address by expressing profound sorrow over the tragedy of Ashura and the martyrdom anniversary of Imam Hasan al-Mujtaba (A.S.). He also reminded the gathering of the forthcoming Arba’een observance and referred to the funeral of what he described as the martyr of the Muslim Ummah, Sayyid Ali Khamenei (RH).
Emphasising the significance of the occasion, he stated:
“This gathering is dedicated to commemorating the incident that occurred on the 28th of Ramadan, 1435 AH, corresponding to July 25, 2014. Today marks exactly twelve years since that tragic event according to the Gregorian calendar.”
The Leader also reflected on the origins of International Quds Day activities in Nigeria, explaining that the annual procession was first observed in Zaria on the last Friday of Ramadan before gradually expanding to other parts of the country as participation increased. He noted that public awareness and support for the Palestinian cause had likewise continued to grow over the years.
“The International Quds Day procession is an expression of solidarity with the Palestinian people, who have endured occupation, oppression, and injustice for more than seven decades,” he said.
He added: “It is a clear declaration that injustice must never be accepted.”
In another part of his address, the Leader recalled the events of July 25, 2014, noting that Nigeria was the only country where a Quds Day procession came under violent attack that year.
“This incident was witnessed by the public. Yet, as if that was not enough, a year later another assault was launched against us with the intention of wiping us out completely. Their objective during the July 25, 2014 attack was only halted after 34 people had been killed,” he stated.
Addressing those responsible for attacking the Quds Day procession in what he described as an attempt to please Israel, the Leader remarked:
“If we choose the last Friday of Ramadan to express solidarity with the Palestinian people, then those who wish to support Israel should simply choose another day rather than attacking us.”
Reaffirming the movement’s resolve, the Leader declared that fear of death would not deter its members.
Source: Islamicmovement.org
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