The chief of Jamiat Ulema-E-Islam-Fazl (JUI-F) Maulana Fazlur Rehman met Jamaat-E-Islami (JI) Emir Hafiz Naeemur Rehman on Monday, agreeing to maintain independent political paths while collaborating on matters of national and public interest. While the two Religo-Political leaders have found common ground on several questions, including the Gaza genocide and resistance to government policies, they have not achieved consensus on the formation of a formal alliance. Reunion, which was held in Mansoora, focused on discussions related to national questions and the broader Muslim world. Subsequently, the two leaders addressed a joint press conference, where they discussed the current political landscape, the crisis in progress in Palestine, constitutional issues and the evolution of the role of the opposition. Describing the meeting as cordial, Naeemur Rehman declared that the two parties had reached an understanding of principle to continue their political movements independently, while prioritizing collaboration on major questions concerning the Ummah Muslim, in particular Palestine. Maulana Fazlur Rehman expressed her concern about the aggravation situation in Palestine, adding that it was a collective concern for the Muslim world. He announced a major rally to Minar-E-Pakistan on April 27, inviting the participation of all religious and political parties, as well as the general public. He revealed that the religious parties are trying to establish a joint platform entitled Majlis-E-Ittehad-e-Uummat, aimed at articulating a unified position on critical issues like Palestine. Criticizing the recent resolution of the OIC on Palestine as insufficient, he urged the Muslim world to adopt a more assertive and unequivocal position. On the question of Jihad, Fazlur Rehman clarified that it was a sacred duty, but not the one who adheres to a fixed schedule such as prayer. It was rather subject to circumstances and strategy. He said that anyone supporting the Palestinian cause in any reason whatsoever participates in jihad. He strongly criticized those who laugh or deform the concept. While recognizing the tensions spent with PTI, he said that Jui-F never engaged in an abusive policy and remains open to dialogue. Hafiz Naeemur Rehman, on the other hand, described the 26th unnecessary constitutional amendment, noting that Ji and Jui-F had distinct policies on the issue. Despite the political differences, he said, the avenues for dialogue and consultation must remain open. The two parties concluded the meeting with a mutual commitment to continuous engagement and coordination on issues affecting the public, the Muslim omitée and constitutional rights.
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