The fragile two-week ceasefire in the US-Iran standoff has sparked a wave of endorsements from India’s religious and community figures, who advocate for dialogue as the only path forward in the volatile Middle East.
In a heartfelt address, Qari Ishfaq Gora of Jamiat Dawat-ul-Muslimeen celebrated India’s tradition of fostering unity over division. He lauded Prime Minister Modi’s masterful relationship-building with Gulf princes and presidents, including seeking their counsel—a testament to strong ties amid chaos.
Gora credited Modi’s persistent engagement post-Iran conflict for stabilizing global tensions, urging continued efforts to halt violence. ‘Our PM has nurtured these bonds admirably,’ he remarked.
Dr. Agha Syed Mudassir Rizvi, head of Jammu and Kashmir’s Majlis Ulema Imamia, hailed the truce as Iran’s moral and strategic win against unprovoked attacks. Iran neither bowed nor appeared weak, breaking a long-standing pattern of capitulation to superpowers.
This development, Rizvi noted, resonates globally, offering hope to the downtrodden. India’s vocal support, including from Kashmir, amplified this message. The war’s economic fallout—disrupted energy supplies—affected all, with India’s role in cessation talks proving crucial.
Rizvi cautioned against escalations by Israel, which thrives on conflict, and predicted a rebalanced world order impacting South Asia. Arab states must learn self-reliance, he advised.
Ramban’s Nusrat Malik expressed joy at Iran’s resilience, stressing that governance is an internal matter beyond foreign meddling. ‘America ignited the fire; it was time to extinguish it,’ she affirmed.
These perspectives from India’s diverse leadership highlight a unified call for peace, positioning the nation as a beacon of moderation in turbulent times.
