Millat-e-Jafaria Pakistan Holds Major Condolence Gathering in Karachi, Issues Strong Demands
Millat-e-Jafaria Pakistan organized a significant and emotionally charged condolence gathering at Nishtar Park in Karachi. The event was convened to pay solemn tribute to the honorable martyrdom of the Leader of the Islamic Revolution, Ayatollah Syed Ali Khamenei, and to collectively remember and honor the sacrifices of those martyred during recent protest movements in Karachi and various other regions across Pakistan.
Speakers Honor Martyrs and Condemn External Interference
Addressing the large assembly, prominent speakers paid deep homage to the sacrifices of the martyrs. They emphatically declared that Millat-e-Jafaria would forever hold their contributions in the highest esteem and would never forget their ultimate sacrifice for the cause. The speakers issued a series of strong demands directed at the Pakistani government and international actors.
Key demands from the gathering included:
- An immediate and complete end to American influence and political interference within Pakistan's sovereign affairs.
- The urgent withdrawal of the Pakistani government from the Gaza Peace Board.
- The immediate and unconditional release of all protesters who were arrested during demonstrations in Islamabad and other cities following Ayatollah Khamenei's martyrdom.
- Legal action regarding the alleged killing of young men in Karachi by US Marines, demanding that a formal case be registered and the perpetrators be brought to justice through proper legal proceedings.
Solidarity with Palestine and Kashmir, Condemnation of Violence
The speakers reiterated their unwavering and robust support for Ayatollah Khamenei's principled and steadfast stance on the critical issues of Palestine and Kashmir. They emphasized that the people of Pakistan categorically reject what they described as the alleged "Greater America-Israel" strategic plan, viewing it as a threat to regional and global Muslim interests.
In a powerful condemnation, the gathering denounced the recent bombing operations carried out by the United States and Israel, which reportedly resulted in the deaths of 165 innocent civilians, including schoolchildren. This act was labeled a grave crime against humanity and a stark violation of international law.
Further Demands and Allegations Against US Diplomacy
The assembly also strongly condemned the nationwide arrests of protesters in the wake of Ayatollah Khamenei's martyrdom, demanding the prompt release of all detainees. The killing of 11 unarmed protesters during demonstrations was described as a profoundly tragic event. Speakers urged the government to take decisive diplomatic action, including summoning the US ambassador to Pakistan, formally lodging a strong protest, and declaring the ambassador persona non grata.
Additionally, they called for the declaration of a public holiday in Karachi on the occasion of Youm-e-Quds (Jerusalem Day) to allow citizens to freely express their solidarity with the Palestinian struggle for justice and self-determination.
The speakers leveled serious allegations against US diplomatic missions, claiming that the US embassy and consulates act as central hubs for conspiracies and terrorism targeting Pakistan and the broader Muslim world. Representing what they termed the voice of Pakistan's 250 million citizens, they demanded the immediate closure of these diplomatic facilities.
Widespread Participation Marks the Event
The condolence gathering witnessed substantial participation from a diverse cross-section of society. Numerous esteemed religious scholars, zakireen (religious orators), and official representatives from various socio-political and religious organizations were in attendance. A very large number of men, women, and children also participated, reflecting the depth of sentiment and the broad public engagement with the issues addressed.
