Jamaat-e-Islami (JI) chief Hafiz Naeemur Rehman has announced a complete nationwide strike on April 26 to express solidarity with the people of Gaza.
Speaking at the Gaza Million March in Islamabad, Hafiz Naeem criticized Pakistan’s rulers for their inaction, stating, “While the rulers are asleep, the Muslim Ummah is wide awake.
"He strongly condemned any attempts to normalize ties with Israel, warning that alliances with Israel or the United States would lead to dire consequences. “Palestine is not a political issue—it is a matter of faith,” he emphasized.
He called for the opening of a Hamas office in Pakistan and praised the Palestinian people for their sacrifices. He also highlighted increasing international support for Gaza, citing recent developments in Spain and California.
Calling the Palestinian resistance a global symbol of hope for the oppressed, Hafiz Naeem urged Muslim leaders to set aside internal differences and unite. While stating that the party does not seek confrontation with law enforcement, he warned, “If the rulers don’t wake up now, we will be forced to tread that path.”
