Egypt’s Islamic institutions condemned Israel’s blockade on humanitarian aid to Gaza, particularly during Ramadan. They denounced the exploitation of religious observances to inflict suffering and called for international accountability and pressure to end the blockade. The statements from Al-Azhar and other officials reflect a growing concern over the humanitarian crisis in Gaza.
On March 4, 2025, Al-Azhar Al-Sharif, the Egyptian Ministry of Endowments, and Dar Al-Iftaa condemned the Israeli government’s decision to halt humanitarian aid to the Gaza Strip and close its borders for relief efforts. Al-Azhar described the Israeli actions as an affront to human dignity, especially during the holy month of Ramadan when Muslims fast from dawn until sunset.
The condemnation from Egypt’s religious institutions highlights significant humanitarian concerns regarding the blockade of Gaza. They emphasize the need for international intervention to ease the humanitarian crisis and uphold the rights of Palestinians. The situation underscores the complex interplay of religious, humanitarian, and political dimensions in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.
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