The words spoken by the Ambassador of Algeria at the United Nations Security Council touched the hearts of millions. By repeating several times, “I apologize to the Palestinians for not having served peace, respect for human rights, and the salvation of the people,” he expressed the pain of those who recognize the impotence of the international community in the face of oppression.
The Qur’an reminds us: “And why should you not fight in the cause of Allah and for those oppressed men, women and children who say: ‘Our Lord, deliver us from this town whose people are oppressors, and appoint for us from Yourself a protector and appoint for us from Yourself a helper?’” (Surah An-Nisāʾ, 4:75).
Today we see Gaza devastated, thousands of innocents killed, and a people stripped of their land, their homes, and their dignity. The international community remains paralyzed by political and economic interests while the weakest pay the highest price.
The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ said: “The best jihād is a word of truth before a tyrant ruler.” (Abu Dawud, Tirmidhi). He also said: “Whoever is killed defending his life, his wealth, or his family is a martyr.” (Bukhari, Muslim). These teachings remind us that submission to injustice is not acceptable and that human dignity must be defended even at the cost of life.
Many wonder why Arab and Muslim countries do not act decisively to support their Palestinian brothers. The absence of unity is painful and contradicts the call upon the Ummah to defend its oppressed.
The EML affirms clearly that the annihilation of a people is not a solution. Violence will never bring peace, and the cancellation of Hamas will not eradicate the problem. The only path forward remains the birth of a free and recognized Palestinian State alongside Israel, in a peaceful coexistence based on justice. Israel is not under threat of existence, but if ever it were, it would be the consequence of its own actions and political choices.
May Allah guide the leaders of the international community to rediscover justice and truth, for only then can authentic peace be born.
European Muslims League (EML)
