Answered by Shaykh Irshaad Sedick Question Is it true that during times of war, civilian populations belonging to the opposite side who haven’t been granted any sort of safety can be enslaved, starved out, or have their possessions looted? Answer Islamic teachings strongly emphasize justice, mercy, and the protection of civilian populations during war. The […]

Answered by Shaykh Abdul-Rahim Reasat Question Which Countries Nowadays Can Be Considered Dar Harb? Shaykh Abdul-Rahim will address this sensitive question and recommend an excellent book on the matter. Shaykh Abdul-Rahim Reasat pursued Arabic Grammar and Morphology alongside his English and History degree. Post-graduation, he deepened his studies in Damascus, learning Arabic, Hanafi Fiqh, Theology, […]

Answered by Shaykh Irshaad Sedick Question In the Shafi’i School, I seek clarification on whether certain actions, such as bombing, kidnapping, dismemberment, indiscriminate killing, or machine-gunning non-combatant civilians, whether in a targeted or indiscriminate manner, are permissible. This includes individuals of various demographics, such as children, women, men, and the elderly. Are there exceptions to these […]

Answered by Shaykh Irshaad Sedick Question Are flamethrowers and other incendiary-based weapons permissible in warfare (by Muslim armies)? And if someone plays an online multiplayer video game, can he use flamethrowers or incendiary grenades? Answer In the Name of Allah, the Most Merciful and Compassionate. May Allah alleviate our difficulties and guide us to what pleases […]