Hajj as Resistance: From Prophet Abraham to Gaza
Ayatollah Khamenei’s 2025 Hajj Message Calls for Islamic Unity Against Oppression
In his 2025 Hajj message, Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei emphasises the pilgrimage as a symbol of resistance against oppression, urging Muslims worldwide to unite against the actions of Israel in Gaza.
He highlights the severe humanitarian crisis, noting that Palestinian children are suffering not only from violence but also from thirst and starvation. Khamenei calls on Islamic governments to sever all support to the Zionist regime and to pressure the United States, which he identifies as complicit in these actions, to cease its backing.
He appeals to scholars, political leaders, and pilgrims to embody the principles of Hajj by actively defending the oppressed and promoting justice. The message frames Hajj not just as a spiritual journey but as a collective stand against tyranny, drawing a line from the legacy of Prophet Abraham to the current struggles in Gaza.