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Q&A 29/04/2019

Answer to a Question: Unity of Moon Sightings (Matali’) and Sighting the Hilal of Ramadan

This response clarifies the Islamic legal obligation regarding the unity of moon sightings, emphasizing that once the hilal is sighted anywhere in the world, it is binding upon all Muslims. It refutes the argument for local sightings based on geographical time differences, explaining that modern communications facilitate the global implementation of the Prophet’s (saw) command.

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Q&A 18/04/2019

Latest Developments on the Libyan and Sudanese Arenas

This analysis examines the political shifts in Libya and Sudan during April 2019, highlighting how international powers like the US and Europe manipulate local actors to secure their interests. It underscores the recurring pattern of colonial interference and calls upon the Muslim armies to prioritize the establishment of the Righteous Khilafah over serving foreign agendas.

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Q&A 13/04/2019

Answer to Question: The Waiting Period (Iddah) of a Woman whose Husband has Passed Away

This clarification addresses the fixed waiting period (Iddah) for widows, refuting modern secular attempts to reduce it based on medical tests. It explains the Shari'ah evidence from the Quran and Sunnah that distinguishes the waiting periods for pregnant and non-pregnant women.

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Q&A 04/04/2019

Question Answer: Turkey's Agreement with Russia on the S-400 Deal and Its Repercussions

This analysis examines the shift in the United States' position regarding Turkey's purchase of the Russian S-400 missile system, moving from initial reservation to direct threats. It explores how US strategic interests in the Syrian conflict, specifically in Idlib, influenced this change and discusses the probable outcomes for the controversial arms deal.

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Q&A 30/03/2019

Answer to Question: Seeking Nusrah and Which Stage is the Party in Now?

Sheikh Ata Bin Khalil Abu al-Rashtah clarifies the methodology of seeking Nusrah (material support) as a distinct action within the interaction stage of Hizb ut-Tahrir's call. He explains that while the Party is not yet in the third stage of governing, it is currently in the final phases of the interaction stage, working toward the re-establishment of the Khilafah Rashidah.

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Q&A 22/03/2019

Answer to a Question: The Massive Protests in Algeria

This analysis examines the 2019 Algerian protests, exploring whether they are spontaneous grassroots movements or subject to international manipulation by powers like Britain, France, and the US. It highlights the regime's attempts at deception and emphasizes that true liberation from colonial influence can only be achieved through the establishment of the Khilafah.

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Q&A 18/03/2019

Answer to Question: End-of-Service Benefits

This article explains the Sharia ruling regarding end-of-service gratuities and whether they constitute a legitimate right for employees. It clarifies that such benefits are binding if they are stipulated within the employment contract or mandated by the labor laws to which the contract is subject.

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Q&A 11/03/2019

Answer to a Question: The Sharia Rule on Salam Sale and its Relation to Selling a House Before it is Built

This answer clarifies the Sharia ruling on selling houses before they are constructed, explaining why such transactions do not qualify as Salam (forward) sales. It distinguishes between fungible (mithli) and non-fungible (qimi) goods, concluding that selling non-existent property is prohibited under Islamic law.

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Q&A 04/03/2019

Question Answer: Protests in Sudan: Their Reality and Implications!

This analysis examines the 2018-2019 Sudanese protests, investigating whether they were spontaneous reactions to economic collapse or the result of international political maneuvering. It explores the roles of the United States, regional allies, and the opposition, while emphasizing that true change requires the implementation of Islamic governance rather than the mere replacement of one political agent with another.

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Q&A 01/03/2019

Answer to Question: Saying "Prayer is Better than Sleep" is a Sunnah

This response clarifies the Islamic ruling on the phrase "Prayer is better than sleep" (As-salatu khayrun minan-nawm) during the Fajr call to prayer. It provides comprehensive evidence from several authentic Hadiths, confirming that this practice is a Sunnah established by the Prophet (saw) and not a religious innovation.

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Analysis 20/02/2019

Answer to a Question: Dimensions of Haftar's Campaign in Southern Libya

This analysis explores the strategic motivations behind Khalifa Haftar's military offensive in southern Libya, framing it as a US-backed move to expand territorial control and dominate the country's oil resources. It further examines how this campaign serves to undermine European influence in Africa by weaponizing migration and destabilizing French-aligned regimes in the Sahel region.

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Q&A 20/02/2019

Answer to a Question: Individual Leadership in Islam

This response clarifies the principle of individual leadership in Islam, explaining that while the Khalifah holds all legal authority, he governs through a structured state apparatus as established by the Prophet (saw). It highlights that the Khalifah's power is delegated to assistants and governors, yet he remains strictly bound by Sharia and subject to the oversight of the Court of Unjust Acts (Mahkamat al-Mazhalim).

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