Iran's Religious Leader Issues Fatwa Against Trump and Netanyahu

Iran's Fatwa Sparks Controversy

Iran Fatwa Against Trump and Netanyahu: The prominent Shia cleric, Ayatollah Nasir Makarem Shirazi, has issued a fatwa against U.S. President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. This declaration has resonated throughout the Islamic world, reigniting tensions in Middle Eastern politics.

In the fatwa, Trump and Netanyahu are labeled as 'enemies of God' and 'mohareb,' indicating individuals who are waging war against the divine. Under Iranian law, the punishment for being labeled a mohareb is severe, potentially including death, crucifixion, amputation, or exile.

Support for Trump and Netanyahu Deemed a Religious Crime

Shirazi explicitly stated that any Muslim or Islamic nation that aligns with these leaders will be considered 'haram,' or a religious sinner. Such alliances will not be forgiven until the Day of Judgment. He emphasized the necessity for Muslims worldwide to make these adversaries regret their words and actions.

At the conclusion of the fatwa, the cleric prayed for protection from the enemies of Islam and for the return of the 'Mahdi,' the messianic figure in Shia beliefs. He asserted, 'Endangering the Islamic system, religious leadership, and the Supreme Leader is not just a sin but a path to hell. It is now the duty of every Muslim to stand against such attacks.'

Background of the Fatwa: A 12-Day War

The Iran-Israel conflict, which began on June 13, has sent shockwaves across the region. Israel launched strikes on Iran's nuclear and military sites, resulting in the deaths of several scientists and commanders. In retaliation, Iran fired ballistic missiles at Israel. The U.S. also intervened, attacking three Iranian nuclear facilities. Following these events, Trump threatened further action if Iran did not cease its production of weapon-grade uranium.