AIM: Military intervention in Syria is illegal and inhumane

The situation in the Middle East is critical with an imminent tragedy looming over Syria, which is the target of a potential Western-led war.

AIM issues this communique to clearly state that it stands firmly against any Western military intervention in Syria and considers this to be an illegal and inhumane act. We further warn of the grave consequences for the region that will undoubtedly result from such an action; one that will foment more divisions and contribute to even greater loss of life.

We believe it is the collective role of conscientious and law-abiding citizens to undertake all efforts to raise awareness against the unjust policies of politicians and media outlets, particularly in Western countries, who are encouraging yet another war. Such efforts should be conducted with the goal of liberating the minds, promoting peace and co-existence, and bringing about positive reform through a renewed sense of ethical conduct in political and media arenas.

We must have a clear stance towards rogue states that fuel sectarianism and instability in the Muslim world. This includes the regional states that have fuelled the Syrian crisis since the outset – principally, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, the State of Qatar and Erdogan’s Turkey; absolute monarchies and would-be Sultanates supposedly promoting ‘democracy’ in Syria.

It is also important to mention that today we are witnessing a merging of forces between Western powers and Al-Qaeda affiliated terror groups sponsored by Saudi Arabia. This phenomenon is extremely dangerous and has manifested itself in the form of groups such as the Al-Nusra front in Syria which benefits from Western support under the pretext of promoting freedom and democracy in Syria. Across the Middle East, these fanatical groups are spreading chaos – from the Levant to Iraq. These Saudi-backed terror groups murder hundreds of innocents in cold-blood in markets and workplaces on a daily basis.

In light of these challenges there is a dire need, more than ever before, for concerted efforts to bring Muslims of all denominations together and to stand united in confronting the challenges of our time. We, the Muslims, have a responsibility to confront the dangers that face the Ummah at this perilous juncture, and to clearly speak out against the fateful alliance of Western powers and Saudi-backed terror groups who are wreaking havoc throughout the Muslim world.

Each one of us bears a responsibility before the Almighty to preserve the life, possessions and dignity of others, particularly those oppressed in the Ummah of our beloved Messenger, Muhammad (peace and blessings be upon him and his family).

Lastly, we extend our prayers for the innocent victims across the Arab and Muslim world who are paying an enormous price for the power-games unleashed by the war-mongers and tyrants of our age. In particular, we remember the suffering peoples of Palestine, Syria, Pakistan and Iraq who are bearing the brunt of these evil plots.

Surely after difficulty there is ease. He is the best protector and in Him we place our trust.

Wa Min Allah Al-Tawfiq.

Ahlulbayt Islamic Mission (AIM)
 29th August 2013