PESHAWAR: Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam (JUI-F) Chief Maulana Fazlur Rehman has issued a stern warning, stating that if a decision is reached on September 17 to march on Islamabad, no force will be able to block their path. He has given authorities a one-day ultimatum to address the issue
Speaking at an anti-Israel conference in Peshawar, he highlighted his party’s resolve to defend the nation’s integrity and called for action on unresolved legislative matters.
During his address, Fazlur Rehman announced plans to convene a meeting of Ittehad-ul-Madaris to devise a collective strategy on the contentious issue of seminaries’ registration. He criticized the government’s handling of the matter and accused certain forces of stalling the legislative process to undermine religious institutions.
Criticism of presidential stance on legislation
The JUI-F chief expressed frustration over the president’s refusal to sign a bill, which, he noted, had already been passed with the consensus of the ruling coalition and without objections from the opposition party, Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI). “Not signing the bill raises questions of ill-intent or deceit,” he remarked.
Fazlur Rehman also highlighted his party’s challenges in parliament, describing their strength as deliberately minimized. “Despite our small parliamentary presence, we are fighting for Pakistan’s stability and security. This nation stands on the foundation of its people,” he declared.
Deadline on Madrassa registration
Reiterating his concerns over the seminaries’ registration bill, Fazlur Rehman gave the government a one-day ultimatum to resolve the matter. He accused the authorities of concealing the 26th Constitutional Amendment from them and delaying the bill after presenting its draft in the assembly. “They think religious scholars will give up, but we are steadfast,” he asserted.
Strong condemnation of Western policies
The JUI-F chief condemned the United States and Western nations, labeling them as “murderers of humanity.” He accused them of massacring millions during World War I, Afghanistan, and the Arab world. Expressing solidarity with Palestinians, he questioned the leadership’s hesitancy to stand firmly for their cause, urging rulers to display courage and determination.
Maulana Fazlur Rehman reaffirmed his commitment to fighting for Pakistan’s sovereignty and standing with oppressed people globally, especially Palestinians. “We have awakened the region to the consciousness of humanity,” he concluded.
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