Field Marshal Asim Munir is strength of Muslim world, says IIUI rector

International Islamic University Islamabad (IIUI) Acting Rector Prof. Dr. Ahmed Saad Alahmed has described Pakistan's Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) Field Marshal Asim Munir, as a source of hope for the Muslim Ummah while highlighting the importance of unity among Muslim countries.

ISLAMABAD: International Islamic University Islamabad (IIUI) Acting Rector Prof. Dr. Ahmed Saad Alahmed has described Pakistan’s Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) Field Marshal Asim Munir, as a source of hope for the Muslim Ummah while highlighting the importance of unity among Muslim countries.

He made these remarks while delivering the Friday sermon at Faisal Mosque in Islamabad which was gifted to Pakistan by Saudi Arabia and stands as a symbol of the longstanding friendship between the two countries. The International Islamic University Islamabad serves as the custodian of the mosque.

During his address, Alahmed paid tribute to Pakistan’s armed forces and prayed for their continued strength, success and progress. He said the country’s military under the leadership of Field Marshal Asim Munir represents an important source of strength for the Muslim world.

He observed that the Muslim Ummah is facing serious challenges and argued that unity alongside faith in Allah remains its greatest source of strength. He warned that internal disagreements and divisions have weakened Muslim societies making collective action more important than ever.

The IIUI acting rector also highlighted his efforts to strengthen educational cooperation between Pakistan and Saudi Arabia. He is regarded as an important link between the two countries particularly in the field of higher education. Through his efforts the university has received financial assistance from Saudi Arabia including a recently secured grant of Rs144 million.

In his sermon, Alahmed urged Muslims to demonstrate unity in their homes communities and workplaces. Referring to the teachings of the Holy Quran he reminded worshippers that Muslims belong to one Ummah and share a common religious identity.

He said that while other nations often associate their identity with geographical boundaries ethnicity race or tribal affiliations Islam brings its followers together through the Kalima connecting them with Allah the Holy Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) and fellow Muslims.

He further stressed that genuine faith requires believers to wish for others what they wish for themselves.

Quoting Hazrat Abdullah ibn Masud (RA) Alahmed encouraged Muslims to remain committed to collective unity and avoid disputes emphasizing that solidarity is better than division.

He concluded by highlighting that Islamic religious practices also reinforce the importance of collective life and cooperation among believers.